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Classic Old Fashioned

Name: Classic Old Fashioned
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey; 1 sugar cube or 1/2 tsp simple syrup; 2-3 dashes Angostura bitters; 1 orange peel; 1 large ice cube or sphere; 1 maraschino cherry (optional)

Muddled sugar and bitters create a perfectly balanced foundation for smooth bourbon in this timeless cocktail that's all about letting quality spirits shine. The big ice cube melts slowly, while a twist of orange oil adds bright, citrusy notes to each sip. Perfect for unwinding after a long day or impressing guests with classic, no-fuss sophistication.

Prep

5 minutes

Total

5 minutes

Serves

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Instructions

1
Place sugar cube in an Old Fashioned glass and saturate with bitters.
2
Add a splash of water and muddle the sugar cube until dissolved.
3
Fill the glass with one large ice cube or sphere.
4
Pour whiskey over the ice and stir gently for 30 seconds.
5
Express the orange peel oils over the drink by holding it over the glass and giving it a firm twist.
6
Rub the orange peel around the rim of the glass, then drop it into the drink.
7
Garnish with a maraschino cherry if desired and serve immediately.