Classic Old Fashioned Cocktail
This old fashioned delivers a smooth, balanced sip without extra ingredients or guesswork. It stays classic, clean, and easy enough to make anytime.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces bourbon or rye whiskey
- 1 sugar cube or 1 teaspoon simple syrup
- 2 to 3 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 teaspoon water if using a sugar cube
- 1 large ice cube
- 1 strip of fresh orange peel for garnish
Instructions
- Place the sugar cube in a short glass.
- Add 2 to 3 dashes of Angostura bitters.
- Pour in 1 teaspoon water if using a sugar cube.
- Muddle gently until the sugar dissolves.
- Add 2 ounces bourbon or rye whiskey.
- Place one large ice cube into the glass.
- Stir slowly for 30 to 40 seconds until chilled.
- Cut a strip of orange peel.
- Twist the peel over the glass to release oils.
- Rub the peel along the rim of the glass.
- Rest the peel on top of the drink.
- Serve immediately.