Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsMe & BillyIowa Old Fashioned Recipe

Iowa Old Fashioned Recipe

Inspired by Me & Billy
Time15m
Serves1

Templeton Rye 4 Year, House Simple Syrup, Aromatic Bitters, Orange, Luxardo Cherry

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Simple Syrup

    In a small saucepan, combine equal parts sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves. Allow to cool before using.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing glass, combine the Templeton Rye, house simple syrup, and aromatic bitters.

  3. 3

    Mix the Cocktail

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

Serving

  1. 4

    Prepare the Glass

    Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.

  2. 5

    Add Garnish

    Garnish the drink with a slice of orange and a Luxardo cherry for added flavor and presentation.

  3. 6

    Serve

    Enjoy your Iowa Old Fashioned immediately, savoring the flavors of the rye whiskey and the aromatic bitters.

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