Basil Hayden's Recipe
Make Basil Hayden's 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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Whiskey Base
Mixers
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Gather Your Ingredients
Collect all the ingredients needed for the Basil Hayden's cocktail including Basil Hayden's Bourbon, sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters, an orange twist, and a maraschino cherry.
- 2
Chill the Glass
Place an old-fashioned glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water to chill while you prepare the cocktail.
Mixing
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a mixing glass filled with ice, pour 2 oz of Basil Hayden's Bourbon, 1 oz of sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
- 4
Stir the Mixture
Stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds until well-chilled.
Serving
- 5
Strain into the Glass
Remove the old-fashioned glass from the freezer or discard the ice water, and strain the chilled cocktail mixture into the glass.
- 6
Add Garnish
Garnish your cocktail with an orange twist and a maraschino cherry for added flavor and presentation.
- 7
Enjoy!
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Basil Hayden's cocktail.