A Luxurious and Sophisticated Old Fashioned
Elevate your Old Fashioned cocktail with premium maple syrup. The addition of this rich and velvety sweetener adds a touch of sophistication and complexity to the classic recipe. With each sip, indulge in the harmonious blend of maple sweetness and whiskey's robust character, creating a refined and memorable experience.
Equipment
- Rocks glass
- Jigger
- Garnish tools
- Toothpick
Ingredients
- 2 oz High-quality Bourbon or Rye Whiskey I used Hillrock
- 1/2 oz Premium maple syrup Use Real
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- dash orange bitters
- Luxardo cherry, for garnish Luxardo cherry is expensive, but 1000% worth it.
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a mixing glass or cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon or rye whiskey, maple syrup, Angostura bitters, and orange bitters.
- Add a handful of ice cubes to the mixing glass and stir gently for about 30 seconds to chill and dilute the drink slightly.
- Place a large ice cube or sphere in an Old Fashioned glass to serve the cocktail
- Strain the cocktail over the ice cube in the glass, allowing it to flow gently and gracefully.
- Take a wide strip of orange peel and twist it over the glass to release its aromatic oils. Rub the rim of the glass with the peel to enhance the fragrance.
- Garnish the cocktail with the twisted orange peel and a Luxardo cherry on a cocktail pick.
- Serve your Old Fashioned and enjoy its elegant flavors and refined presentation.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the sweetness level by adding more or less maple syrup according to your preference. Additionally, you can experiment with different high-quality bourbons or rye whiskeys to find the perfect balance of flavors for your taste.
Savor this exquisite Old Fashioned cocktail and let it transport you to a world of refined indulgence and sophistication. Cheers!
Nutrition
Calories: 179kcalCarbohydrates: 10gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 33mgSugar: 9gCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.04mg
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