Old Fashioned Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Make the Sugar Mixture

   In a mixing glass, combine 1 teaspoon of sugar with 1 teaspoon of water. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.

2. 2

   Add Bitters

   Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters into the sugar mixture and stir to combine.

3. 3

   Add Whiskey

   Pour 2 ounces of whiskey into the mixing glass with the sugar and bitters mixture. Stir gently for about 30 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients.

4. 4

   Prepare the Glass

   Fill an Old Fashioned glass with 3 ice cubes. This will help keep the drink cold.

5. 5

   Strain the Cocktail

   Using a strainer, pour the mixed whiskey, sugar, and bitters over the ice in the Old Fashioned glass.

6. 6

   Garnish

   Take a strip of orange peel and twist it over the drink to release the oils. Then, drop the peel into the glass as a garnish.