Old Fashioned Recipe

Chill glass (optional)

If you prefer a cooler drink, place the Old Fashioned glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes or fill it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail.

Add simple syrup (or a measured 1/4 oz) to the chilled or room-temperature glass.

Add 3 dashes of Angostura bitters and 1 dash of orange bitters (if using) directly into the syrup in the glass.

Add the measured 2 oz of bourbon or rye whiskey to the glass.

Add the large ice cube(s) to the glass. Stir gently with a bar spoon for 20–30 seconds until well chilled and lightly diluted. Aim for a slight chill and about 10–15% dilution to open the spirit's flavors.

Express the orange peel: hold the peel with the outside facing down over the glass about 2–3 inches above the surface, give it a firm twist to spray the oils over the drink, then rub the peel around the rim and drop it into the glass (or discard if you prefer).

Garnish with a maraschino cherry if desired. Serve immediately.

Use the jigger to measure the whiskey and simple syrup accurately.

Use the bar spoon to stir gently and the peeler or knife to cut the orange peel for garnish.