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Classic Old-Fashioned Recipe

A timeless cocktail made with whiskey, bitters, sugar, and a twist of citrus.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Course Drink
Cuisine American
Servings 1 serving
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Jigger
  • Strainer
  • Old-Fashioned glass

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 oz whiskey preferably rye or bourbon
  • 1 sugar cube sugar
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 twist orange peel for garnish
  • 1 splash water

Instructions: 

  • 1. Place the sugar cube in an Old-Fashioned glass.
  • 2. Add the bitters and a splash of water.
  • 3. Muddle until the sugar cube is dissolved.
  • 4. Fill the glass with a large ice cube.
  • 5. Pour the whiskey over the ice and stir gently.
  • 6. Garnish with the orange peel twist.

Notes:

For a sweeter drink, add a bit more sugar. You can also use simple syrup instead of a sugar cube.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 4gSugar: 4g

Keywords:

Keyword Cocktail
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