Rowan's Creek Recipe

1. Measure and combine

Chill an old‑fashioned (rocks) glass by filling it with ice or placing it in the freezer. In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz bourbon, 0.5 oz orange liqueur, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.

2. Shake with ice

Add 6 ice cubes to the shaker. Cap and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds, until the shaker is very cold to the touch and the mixture is well diluted and slightly frothy from the citrus.

3. Prepare glass

Discard the ice from the chilled rocks glass. Add a single large ice cube or fill the glass with fresh ice.

4. Strain

Fine‑strain or double‑strain the shaken cocktail into the prepared rocks glass over the large ice cube. Straining removes small ice shards and pulp for a cleaner drink.

5. Express and garnish

Hold an orange twist over the drink and give it a sharp fold to express the oils across the surface, then rub the peel on the glass rim and drop it into the cocktail. Optionally add a lemon wheel or cocktail cherry on the rim or skewer for visual appeal.

6. Serve immediately. Sip slowly to enjoy the balance of oak, citrus, and bitters — Rowan's Creek bourbon provides a rich, caramel and spice backbone that complements the bright citrus and subtle sweetness.