Old Fashioned

The Old Fashioned is a classic American cocktail, a symbol of the old-school, traditional approach to mixology. Considered as one of the "father" cocktails, it is made with sugar, water, bitters, and a good quality whiskey or bourbon.

Ingredients

• - 2 sugar cubes
• - 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• - A splash of water
• - 2 ounces bourbon (Rye whiskey can be used as an alternative)
• - An orange twist
• - A cherry for garnish

Preparation

• 1. Place your sugar cubes in an old-fashioned glass and saturate them with the bitters.
• 2. Add a splash of plain water.
• 3. Muddle these ingredients together until the sugar has completely dissolved.
• 4. Fill the glass with large ice cubes.
• 5. Pour in your bourbon.
• 6. Stir gently until the mix is well combined.
• 7. Twist a slice of orange peel over the glass to release its essential oils then drop it in.
• 8. Top it off with a cherry for garnishment.

Serving

• This cocktail is best served in a short tumbler glass, also known as an old-fashioned glass, from which it gets its name. Enjoy it slowly to savor the nuanced flavors.

Tips

• 1. Use large ice cubes. The larger the ice cube, the slower it melts, keeping your cocktail consistent for longer.
• 2. Make sure everything is well-chilled before beginning, this includes your glass.
• 3. Try using different types of bitters to add a unique spin to your Old Fashioned.