Jun 06 2026
RestaurantsEdison: Food+Drink LabWoodford Reserve - Straight Rye Recipe

Woodford Reserve - Straight Rye Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Woodford Reserve - Straight Rye Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Glassware

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Begin by selecting an Old Fashioned glass. This glass will enhance the drinking experience.

  2. 2

    Muddle the Ingredients

    In the Old Fashioned glass, place the sugar cube. Add 1 teaspoon of water and bitters, then muddle until the sugar is dissolved.

Mixing the Drink

  1. 3

    Add the Rye Whiskey

    Pour 750 ml of rye whiskey into the glass over the muddled mixture.

  2. 4

    Stir the Mixture

    Using a bar spoon, stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds to combine the flavors.

Garnishing

  1. 5

    Add Garnishes

    Express the oil from the orange peel over the drink, then place the peel into the glass. Finally, add a cherry on top as a garnish.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve and Enjoy

    Your Woodford Reserve Straight Rye is now ready to be enjoyed. Savor the flavors neat or over ice based on preference.

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