Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMerle's Whiskey KitchenOld Grand Dad Bonded Recipe

Old Grand Dad Bonded Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Old Grand Dad Bonded 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

Optional Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Select a lowball glass and add one sugar cube to the bottom.

  2. 2

    Add Bitters and Water

    Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters on top of the sugar cube. Pour 1 tsp of water over the sugar cube to help dissolve it.

  3. 3

    Muddle the Mixture

    Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently muddle the sugar cube, bitters, and water together until the sugar is mostly dissolved.

  4. 4

    Add Bourbon

    Pour 2 oz of Old Grand Dad Bourbon into the glass over the muddled mixture.

  5. 5

    Stir and Add Ice

    Stir the concoction gently to combine the ingredients. If desired, add ice to the glass.

  6. 6

    Garnish

    Express the oils of an orange peel over the drink and drop it in as a garnish. Add a maraschino cherry on top for an extra touch.

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