The Old Fashioned Recipe

Inspired by Granddam

Time10m

Serves1

Make The Old Fashioned 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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1
Prepare the Glass
Start by placing the sugar cube in an Old Fashioned glass (also known as a rocks glass).
2
Add Bitters
Add two dashes of Angostura bitters onto the sugar cube.
3
Add Water
Pour 1 teaspoon of water over the sugar cube and bitters to help dissolve the sugar.
4
Muddle the Ingredients
Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently muddle the mixture until the sugar is mostly dissolved.
5
Add Whiskey
Pour 2 ounces of bourbon or rye whiskey into the glass over the muddled sugar and bitters mixture.
6
Add Ice
Add one large ice cube or several smaller cubes to the glass.
7
Garnish
Twist a slice of orange peel over the drink to release its oils, then drop it into the glass. Optionally, add a maraschino cherry for garnish.
8
Stir and Serve
Gently stir the drink to combine all ingredients. Serve immediately.