Jun 06 2026
RestaurantsFederal House Bar & GrilleOld Fashioned Recipe

Old Fashioned Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Classic whiskey cocktail.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Ice

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Take an old fashioned glass and place it on a flat surface.

  2. 2

    Add Ice

    Add 3 ice cubes to the glass.

  3. 3

    Mix Ingredients

    In a separate mixing glass, combine 2 oz of bourbon or rye whiskey, 0.5 oz of simple syrup, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.

  4. 4

    Stir

    Stir the mixture gently for about 20-30 seconds until well-chilled.

  5. 5

    Strain into Glass

    Strain the chilled mixture into the prepared old fashioned glass over the ice cubes.

  6. 6

    Garnish

    Express the oils of an orange peel over the drink, then place the peel in the glass. Add a maraschino cherry for garnish.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Your Old Fashioned cocktail is ready to be served. Enjoy!

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