Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsHugo's Frog Bar & Fish HouseOld Fashioned Recipe

Old Fashioned Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Start by selecting an Old Fashioned glass (a short tumbler) and place it on your counter.

  2. 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. 3

    Mix Ingredients

    Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently mix the simple syrup and bitters together until well combined.

  4. 4

    Add Ice

    Fill the glass with 4 ice cubes, ensuring that the mixture is cold.

  5. 5

    Pour Whiskey

    Pour 2 ounces of bourbon or rye whiskey over the ice and stir gently to combine all the ingredients.

  6. 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.

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