Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsMerle's Whiskey KitchenMichter's Rye Recipe

Michter's Rye Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Michter's Rye 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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Main Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Gather Ingredients

    Collect all the ingredients listed in the main ingredients section, including Michter's Rye Whiskey, simple syrup, Angostura bitters, and an orange peel.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Glass

    Chill an old-fashioned glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you prepare the cocktail.

  3. 3

    Mix the Cocktail

    In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz of Michter's Rye Whiskey, 0.5 oz of simple syrup, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.

  4. 4

    Stir the Mixture

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

  5. 5

    Strain into Glass

    Empty the ice water from the old-fashioned glass and strain the cocktail mixture into it.

  6. 6

    Garnish

    Express the oils of the orange peel over the cocktail and drop it in as a garnish along with a maraschino cherry.

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