Basil Hayden's 8yr Recipe
Make Basil Hayden's 8yr 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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Basil Hayden's 8yr Bourbon Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Chill Your Glass
Begin by chilling a lowball glass. You can do this by filling it with ice water and letting it sit while you prepare your drink.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing glass, add 2 oz of Basil Hayden's 8yr Bourbon, 2 dashes of Angostura Bitters, and 0.5 oz of Simple Syrup. Fill the mixing glass with ice.
- 3
Stir the Mixture
Stir the mixture gently for about 20-30 seconds until well chilled. The goal is to dilute the mixture slightly while chilling it.
- 4
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Express the oils from a piece of orange peel over the drink and drop it in. Top with a maraschino cherry for a classic touch. Serve immediately.
