Old Fashioned
One of the oldest surviving cocktail formats, the Old Fashioned is the archetypal spirit-forward drink and a touchstone of American cocktail history. It enjoys continual resurgence through classic and modern whiskey culture.
Calories
210 kcal
Alcohol
Content
32%
Serving
1
Ingredients
Bourbon or rye whiskey : 60 ml
Sugar syrup (or 1 sugar cube + few drops water) : 5–10 ml
Angostura bitters : 2–3 dash es
Garnish :Orange twist and/or Luxardo cherry (optional)
Tools
Mixing glass
bar spoon
jigger
muddler (if using sugar cube)
Glassware :Old-fashioned rocks glass (large ice)
Steps
If using a sugar cube, muddle it with a few dashes of bitters and a splash of water in the mixing glass. If using sugar syrup, add 5–10 ml syrup and bitters.
Add 60 ml bourbon or rye to the mixing glass and fill with ice.
Stir gently for 25–30 seconds until chilled and slightly diluted.
Place a large ice cube in your rocks glass.
Strain the mixture over the ice.
Express an orange twist over the drink, rub on the rim if desired, and drop in; add a cherry if you like.
