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Old Fashioned
There are a variety of recipes for this classic drink and most take things way to far. Simplicity is best when it comes to an Old Fashioned, as Martin Doudoroff describes here.
Mix
2 shots of Bourbon
0.125 shots of Sugar Syrup
2 dashes of Old Fashioned Bitters
Shake
Muddle the Orange with the Bourbon in the mixing tin, add the other ingredients and lots of ice, shake thoroughly and fine strain over lots of ice.
Pour
Serve in a Rocks glass and garnish with an orange zest twist.
Ingredient Profile
An Old Fashioned Cocktail, finished with an orange zest twist.
Shot by Shot Guide
PartyCocktails.com's shot by shot guide shows how to mix a Old Fashioned cocktail. Don't forget to check out our Top Ten Tips For Mixing Cocktails
Measure 0.125 shots of Sugar Syrup and add to the mixing tin.
Add 2 dashes of Old Fashioned Bitters to the mixing tin.
Add lots of ice to the mixing tin.
Stir the drink well until condensation forms on the outside of the mixing tin.
Strain the contents of the mixing tin into the glass.
Taste the cocktail and if necessary adjust the balance with a touch of extra sugar or citrus juice.
Garnish the cocktail with an orange zest twist.