Ingredients
- Bourbon ✓ you have it 6 cl
- Simple syrup ✓ you have it 1 bsp
- Angostura bitters ✓ you have it 2 dash
- Ice cubes ✓ you have it
Garnish & optional
- Orange ✓ you have it 1 twist
Whiskey, a touch of sweetness, a few dashes of bitters. Stirred slowly, it reveals the full depth of the bourbon.
Method
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1
Add the simple syrup and bitters to the tumbler*.
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2
Add the bourbon and one large ice cube*.
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3
Stir for 30 seconds until cold.
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4
Express an orange zest* over the glass and use it as a garnish.
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Illustrative image · AI-generated for Cocktailline. This is roughly how a Old Fashioned is classically served.
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