Old Fashioned Recipe
Make 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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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Start by selecting an Old Fashioned glass (a short tumbler) and place it on your counter.
- 2
Add Simple Syrup and Bitters
In the bottom of the glass, add 1 teaspoon of simple syrup and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
- 3
Mix Ingredients
Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently mix the simple syrup and bitters together until well combined.
- 4
Add Ice
Fill the glass with 4 ice cubes, ensuring that the mixture is cold.
- 5
Pour Whiskey
Pour 2 ounces of bourbon or rye whiskey over the ice and stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
- 6
Garnish
Twist a piece of orange peel over the glass to release the oils, then drop it in the drink. Add a maraschino cherry as an additional garnish.

