Bourbon Single Original Barrel Recipe

Bourbon and Glassware

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   Chill glass (optional)

   If you prefer a colder drink, place an Old Fashioned / rocks glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes or fill it with ice and water while you prepare the other elements.

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   Place a single large ice cube or sphere into the chilled rocks glass. A large cube melts slower and keeps the drink balanced without diluting quickly.

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   Measure 2 oz of Weller Single Barrel (or a comparable 10-year sour mash bourbon) and pour it over the ice cube.

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   If using bitters, add 1 dash of Angostura bitters directly into the bourbon and give the glass a gentle swirl (10–15 seconds) to integrate the bitters and slightly chill the spirit. This step is optional; the bourbon can be served neat over ice without bitters.

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   Express the orange peel over the glass: hold the peel about 2–3 inches above the surface and give it a sharp twist to release the oils onto the bourbon. Run the peel around the rim of the glass, then drop it into the drink as garnish.

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   Add a brandied or Luxardo cherry on top or skewer it and rest it on the rim, if desired.

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   Serve immediately. Sip slowly to appreciate the aged sour-mash character, oak, and any aromatic notes from the garnish or bitters.