Ingredients
- 2 oz 60 ml Whisky (Bourbon or Rye)
- 1 Sugar Cube or 1/2 oz of Simple Syrup
- 2-3 Dashes of Angostura Bitters
- Ice Cubes
- Orange Peel and Maraschino Cherry for garnish
Instructions
- Place the sugar cube in the old-fashioned glass. If using simple syrup, pour it directly into the glass.
- Add 2-3 dashes of Angostura Bitters on top of the sugar cube.
- Gently muddle the sugar cube (if using) with the bitters, allowing them to dissolve and infuse the glass.
- Add a large ice cube or a few ice cubes to the glass.
- Pour the whisky over the ice.
- Stir the mixture for about 10-15 seconds to blend the flavors and chill the cocktail.
- Garnish your Old Fashioned with an orange peel twist and a maraschino cherry to add the final touch of elegance.
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