Sep 24 2026
Restaurantsβ€ΊEat Drink Americanoβ€ΊOld Fashioned Recipe

Old Fashioned Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Experience the timeless charm of our Old Fashioned cocktail, expertly crafted with smooth bourbon, a hint of aromatic bitters, and a touch of sugar. Garnished with a twist of orange and a cherry, this classic drink offers a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth, making it the ideal companion for any evening.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Muddle the Sugar

    In an Old Fashioned glass, place the sugar cube and add the Angostura bitters. Muddle them together until the sugar is dissolved.

  2. 2

    Add Whiskey

    Pour the bourbon or rye whiskey over the muddled sugar and bitters mixture.

  3. 3

    Add Ice

    Add ice cubes to the glass, filling it to the top.

  4. 4

    Garnish

    Express the oils from the orange peel over the drink and then drop it into the glass. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Stir gently and serve immediately.

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