Few cocktails feel as rooted in American drinking history as the Old Fashioned, a simple whiskey libation that traces back to the early 1800s and was popularized in cocktail culture by late-19th century bars. What makes a great Old Fashioned is respect for balance, good whiskey, just enough sugar, a couple dashes of aromatic bitters, and measured dilution to open the flavors, plus the bright kiss of expressed orange oil. As your local Buffalo House Liquor and Wines, we encourage choosing a whiskey you enjoy sipping neat and using one large ice cube; it cools without over-diluting, so stir until the glass is pleasantly chilled and you're set.
Ingredients
| 2 oz | Bourbon or rye whiskey |
| ¼ oz | Demerara or simple syrup |
| 3 dash | Angostura bitters |
| 1 dash | Orange bitters (optional) |
Instructions
- Add the syrup and bitters to a rocks glass.
- Pour in the bourbon and stir briefly.
- Add one large ice cube (or a few smaller ones).
- Stir gently for 20-30 seconds to chill and slightly dilute.
- Express the oils from an orange peel over the drink, then drop it in.
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