Classic Bourbon Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Method
Cocktail
Measure and add
In a mixing glass or short stirring glass, pour 2 oz bourbon, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
Add ice and stir
Fill the mixing glass with ice (enough to chill without overly diluting). Stir gently for 20–30 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled and slightly diluted (about 15–20% reduction in temperature).
Prepare glass
Place one large ice cube (or fresh ice) into a chilled old-fashioned or rocks glass.
Express and garnish
Take the orange peel and hold it over the drink, skin side down. Give it a firm twist to express the oils onto the surface, then rub the peel around the rim and drop it into the glass as garnish.