Old Fashioned Recipe
small batch bourbon chocolate bitters caramel sauce
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Ingredients
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Sauce Base
Flavoring
Method
Making the Caramel Sauce
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and heat over medium-low heat. Stir continuously until the sugar melts and turns a deep amber color.
- 2
Once the sugar has melted, carefully add the unsalted butter and stir until fully melted and combined.
- 3
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring. Be cautious as the mixture may bubble up. Continue to stir until smooth.
Flavoring the Sauce
- 4
Adding Bourbon and Bitters
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly. Stir in the bourbon, chocolate bitters, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- 5
Cool and Store
Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature before transferring it to a clean jar or container. The sauce will thicken as it cools.