The Perfect Old Fashioned
Crack the code to a classic cocktail evening at home with our step-by-step guide to mastering the perfect Old Fashioned.
Servings 1
Calories 211kcal
Ingredients
- 2 oz. bourbon or rye whiskey
- 1 sugar cube or 1/2 tsp loose sugar
- 2-3 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 splash of water
- 1 orange peel (for garnish)
- 1 cherry (for garnish)
Instructions
- In an Old Fashioned glass, muddle the sugar cube (or loose sugar), a few dashes of Angostura bitters, and a splash of water.
- Add the whiskey, along with 1–2 large ice cubes. Stir well to combine, making sure the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Garnish your cocktail with a slice of orange peel and a cherry.
Notes
- To avoid a cloudy cocktail, don't over-muddle the sugar and bitters.
- A brisk stir is all you need to mix the ingredients without diluting the drink excessively.
- Lightly twist the orange peel over the drink before dropping it in. This releases the essential oils.
Nutrition
Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 440mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 67IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 1mg