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Ingredients
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Classic Cocktails
Method
Classic Cocktails
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Begin by chilling an Old Fashioned glass. You can do this by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you mix the drink.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz of whiskey, 1 tsp of simple syrup, and 2 dashes of bitters. Add ice cubes (about 5) to the mixing glass.
- 3
Stir the Mixture
Using a bar spoon, stir the mixture gently for about 20-30 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Prepare the Glass
Discard the ice water from the Old Fashioned glass, and strain the mixed drink into the glass over fresh ice cubes.
- 5
Garnish the Cocktail
Express the oils from a piece of orange peel over the drink, then drop it into the glass. Add a maraschino cherry for additional garnish.
- 6
Serve
Your Old Fashioned is now ready to enjoy! Sip slowly and savor the classic flavors.