Jul 14 2026
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Ingredients
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Old Fashioned Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Start by placing a large ice cube or several smaller cubes in an Old Fashioned glass.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing glass, combine the simple syrup, Angostura bitters, and a splash of water. Stir to mix.
- 3
Add the Whiskey
Pour in the bourbon or rye whiskey and stir well to chill the mixture.
- 4
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared Old Fashioned glass over the ice.
- 5
Garnish
Garnish your drink with a Luxardo cherry and a twist of orange peel, expressing the oils over the drink before placing it in.
