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    Old-Fashioned Cocktail

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    A classic cocktail that combines whiskey, bitters, sugar, and water, garnished with an orange peel.

    Ingredients for Old-Fashioned Cocktail

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    Angostura Bitters

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    Sugar Cube

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    Water, Splash

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    Bourbon

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    Orange Peel, Twisted

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    How to Make Old-Fashioned Cocktail

    1. Muddle Sugar and Bitters

    In a chilled rocks glass, muddle together a sugar cube with a splash of water and two dashes of Angostura bitters until the sugar is completely dissolved.

    2. Add Whiskey

    Pour two ounces of rye or bourbon into the glass with the muddled sugar and bitters mixture.

    3. Stir the Cocktail

    With a bar spoon, stir the mixture for about 30 seconds to mix, chill, and dilute the drink, until it looks clear and thoroughly combined.

    4. Add Ice

    Place one large ice cube into the glass, or a few smaller cubes if preferred, to keep the drink cold without over-diluting it.

    5. Garnish with Orange Peel

    Twist a strip of orange peel over the glass to release its oils, then slip it alongside the ice cube as a garnish.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Choose Quality Spirits

    Opt for a high-quality bourbon or rye whiskey to ensure the base of your Old-Fashioned is robust and flavorful.

    Choose Quality Spirits

    The spirit is the star of an Old-Fashioned. Select a high-quality bourbon or rye based on your flavor preference—sweeter or spicier.

    Choose Quality Spirits

    Opt for a high-quality bourbon or rye whiskey to ensure the spirit's flavors shine in your Old-Fashioned.

    Ice Matters

    Use large ice cubes or a sphere to minimize dilution and maintain the cocktail's chill.

    Ice Matters

    Use large ice cubes or a sphere to minimize dilution while keeping the cocktail chilled.


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