Old Fashioned drink recipe: A whiskey-based cocktail

The Old Fashioned is a classic cocktail that has been around since the late 1800s.​

It is a whiskey-based cocktail that typically consists of whiskey, sugar, bitters, and a citrus peel.
Ingredients:

• 2 oz Bourbon or Rye whiskey
• 1 tsp simple syrup
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• Orange peel, for garnish

Directions:

1. In a rocks glass, combine the simple syrup and bitters. Stir until well combined.
2. Add the whiskey and a large ice cube to the glass.
3. Stir the ingredients together until well chilled.
4. Express the oils from the orange peel over the glass by holding it over the glass and giving it a gentle twist, then drop it into the glass.

The Old Fashioned is a versatile cocktail that can be made with different types of whiskey, and different kinds of sugar, bitters, and citrus peel can be used to change the flavor profile. It's considered a strong, spirit-forward cocktail. It's perfect to serve as a pre-dinner drink, or to enjoy while smoking a cigar or playing cards.


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