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Old Fashioned cocktail

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Old Fashioned

A timeless cocktail made with bourbon, sugar, and bitters.

Difficulty
Medium
Strength
Medium
Origin
United States

Ingredients

Steps

  1. In a Rocks Glass combine Sugar, Angostura Bitters, and Water.
  2. Muddle until dissolved.
  3. Add a cube of ice.
  4. Add Bourbon.
  5. Stir.
  6. Garnish with Maraschino Cherry and Orange Twist.

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About the Old Fashioned

The Old Fashioned is a classic cocktail that stands the test of time. It combines bourbon with sugar, bitters, and a touch of water, muddled together to create a balanced, strong drink. Topped with a maraschino cherry and an orange twist, this cocktail is perfect for sipping slowly and enjoying its complex flavors.

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  • Manhattan

    A whiskey cocktail with sweet vermouth and bitters, offering a smoother and slightly sweeter profile compared to the Old Fashioned.

  • Sazerac

    Uses rye whiskey and absinthe, providing a spicier and more aromatic take on the classic Old Fashioned.

  • Boulevardier

    A whiskey-based cocktail with Campari and sweet vermouth, adding a bitter complexity to the spirit-forward profile.

  • Negroni

    A gin-based cocktail with Campari and sweet vermouth, offering a more herbal and bitter alternative to the Old Fashioned.

  • Mint Julep

    A refreshing bourbon cocktail with mint and sugar, focusing on fresh herbal flavors rather than bitters and orange.

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