Jul 09 2026
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Beeswax Old Fashioned Recipe

Inspired by Saltlik
Time15m
Serves1

Old Fashioned mellowed in a beeswax vessel, 2 oz

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Beeswax Vessel

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beeswax Vessel

    If using a beeswax candle, melt it down to create a vessel or use a pre-made beeswax cup.

  2. 2

    Mix the Cocktail

    In a mixing glass, muddle the sugar cube with the Angostura bitters and water until the sugar is dissolved.

  3. 3

    Add Bourbon

    Pour in the bourbon and fill the mixing glass with ice. Stir until well chilled.

  4. 4

    Strain into Beeswax Vessel

    Strain the mixture into the prepared beeswax vessel.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Express the oils from the orange peel over the drink, then drop it into the glass as a garnish.

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