Old Fashioned Recipe
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Ingredients
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Spirit Choice
Bitters
Simple Syrup
Garnish
Method
Preparation
Prepare the Glass
Start by chilling an old fashioned glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside.
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing glass, combine the tequila (or whiskey if using), simple syrup, and bitters. Use a bar spoon to stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled.
Strain the Mixture
Using a strainer, pour the chilled mixture from the mixing glass into the prepared old fashioned glass over the ice.
Garnishing
Add the Garnish
Express the oils from the orange peel over the drink by holding it over the glass and giving it a gentle twist. Drop the peel into the glass. If desired, add a maraschino cherry for extra flavor.
Serve
Your Old Fashioned is ready to be enjoyed! Sip slowly and savor the flavors.