Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsMerle's Whiskey KitchenWoodford Reserve Recipe

Woodford Reserve Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Woodford Reserve 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

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Gather Your Ingredients

    Collect all the listed ingredients including Woodford Reserve Bourbon, simple syrup, Angostura bitters, orange peel, and ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Glass

    Choose a rocks glass or an old-fashioned glass for serving. Set it aside.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Add Ingredients to the Glass

    In the prepared glass, add 2 oz of Woodford Reserve Bourbon, 0.5 oz of simple syrup, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.

  2. 4

    Add Ice

    Place 3 ice cubes into the glass containing the bourbon mixture.

  3. 5

    Stir the Mixture

    Using a bar spoon or stirring stick, gently stir the mixture for about 15-20 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.

Garnishing

  1. 6

    Add Orange Peel

    Take the orange peel and twist it over the glass to release its oils. Then, place the twist into the drink as a garnish.

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