Whistlepig 12 Old World Rye Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Chill and prepare glass
Place a rocks glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes or fill it with ice water to cool while you prepare the whiskey. Discard the ice water just before pouring.
2
Add ice
Place a single large ice cube or sphere into the chilled rocks glass. A larger cube melts more slowly, preserving the whiskey's flavor.
3
Pour whiskey
Measure and pour 2 oz WhistlePig 12 Old World Rye over the large ice cube.
4
Optional bitters
If using, add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters to the whiskey and gently stir one or two turns to combine. This adds aromatic complexity without overpowering the rye.

5
Express orange peel
Hold an orange peel (about 1 x 2 inches) over the glass with the outer (zesty) side down. Give it a firm twist to express oils onto the surface of the whiskey, then rub the peel around the rim and drop it into the glass.
6
Optional cherry garnish
If desired, add one Luxardo cherry on a pick and rest it on the rim or drop it into the glass for a touch of sweetness and visual appeal.
7
Serve immediately. Sip slowly to appreciate the spice-forward rye character, toasted oak, and the citrus oils from the expressed orange peel.