Classic Old-Fashioned
The Hubby prefers a homemade simple syrup over sugar cubes in this drink. The result is a smooth libation rich with notes of caramel, spice and citrus.
- Yield: 1 Cocktail 1x
Ingredients
2 to 3-inch fresh orange peel*
Angostura Aromatic Bitters
1/2 oz. simple syrup**
2 oz. bourbon
Ice cubes
Instructions
In a cocktail shaker, combine orange peel, 2 dashes of angostura bitters, simple syrup and bourbon. Stir briefly. Add several ice cubes and stir again for 20 to 30 seconds. Strain over an old-fashioned glass containing several additional ice cubes. Twist the orange peel over and add to the glass. Serve.
Notes
*Use a vegetable peeler to remove the outer peel from an orange. Be care to not include any of the bitter white pith.
**To make, combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes to dissolve the sugar. Remove from heat and let cool. Use as needed. Stores covered in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
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