Aug 31 2026
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Port Old Fashioned Recipe

Inspired by BLVD Kitchen & Bar
Time7m
Serves1

Make Port Old Fashioned Recipe in just 7m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail

Syrup (if making demerara syrup from sugar)

Method

Syrup (optional)

  1. 1

    Make demerara syrup

    If you don't have demerara or simple syrup, combine 1/4 cup demerara sugar and 1/4 cup hot water in a small jar or container. Stir or shake until the sugar is fully dissolved. Cool to room temperature before using. Yields about 4 tablespoons (0.25 oz per cocktail usage).

Cocktail assembly

  1. 2

    Add base ingredients to mixing glass

    Place a mixing glass or old-fashioned glass in front of you. Add 2 oz rye or bourbon, 1/2 oz port, 1/4 oz demerara/simple syrup, 2 dashes Angostura bitters and 1 dash orange bitters (if using).

  2. 3

    Stir and chill

    Fill the mixing glass with plenty of ice and stir gently for about 20–30 seconds (15–30 full turns) until the mixture is well chilled and slightly diluted, and the outside of the glass feels cold.

  3. 4

    Prepare serving glass

    Place a large ice cube or sphere into a chilled old-fashioned glass. Strain the stirred cocktail over the large ice cube.

  4. 5

    Garnish and finish

    Express an orange peel over the drink by holding the peel over the glass skin-side down and giving it a sharp twist to release oils. Rub the peel around the glass rim and drop it into the drink. Optionally, add a Luxardo or brandied cherry on a pick. Serve immediately.

  5. 6

    Tasting notes

    The port adds a plush, fruity sweetness and deep red-fruit notes that complement the whiskey's spice. Adjust port (±0.25 oz) or syrup (±0.25 oz) to taste for a drier or sweeter profile.

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