Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMartin's DowntownPappy Van Winkle Recipe

Pappy Van Winkle Recipe

Inspired by Martin's Downtown
Time10m
Serves1

Make Pappy Van Winkle Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Gather Ingredients

    Collect all the ingredients including Pappy Van Winkle bourbon, Angostura bitters, simple syrup, orange peel, and maraschino cherry.

  2. 2

    Prepare Glass

    Chill a rocks glass by filling it with ice water and letting it sit while you prepare the cocktail.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing glass, add Pappy Van Winkle bourbon, Angostura bitters, and simple syrup.

  2. 4

    Stir

    Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled.

  3. 5

    Strain

    Empty the chilled rocks glass of ice water and strain the cocktail mixture into the glass over fresh ice.

Garnishing

  1. 6

    Add Garnish

    Twist the orange peel over the drink to release its oils, then place it in the glass. Add the maraschino cherry on top for garnish.

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