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Cherry Old Fashioned Cocktail

Cherry Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe
A sweet twist on the classic Old Fashioned, this Cherry Old Fashioned blends smooth bourbon or rye with cherry juice, bitters, and a touch of sweetness for a rich yet balanced cocktail.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Old fashioned glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Jigger
  • Muddler
  • Peeler or knife
  • Ice cube tray
  • Small mixing glass

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
  • 1 tsp maple syrup or 1 sugar cube
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 0.5 oz sweetened cherry juice or tart cherry juice
  • 0.25 oz Luxardo maraschino liqueur optional
  • 1 orange peel or orange slice for garnish
  • 1 Luxardo cherry or maraschino cherry for garnish
  • 1 large ice cube or a few regular cubes

Instructions

  • Add maple syrup or sugar cube to an old fashioned glass.
  • Add bitters and cherry juice.
  • If using sugar cube, muddle gently to dissolve.
  • Pour in bourbon or rye.
  • Stir for 20–30 seconds.
  • Add a large ice cube.
  • Twist orange peel over the drink to release oils, then add to glass.
  • Top with a cherry garnish.

Notes

Bourbon makes the drink sweeter, rye adds spice. Adjust sweetness by reducing syrup or sugar. Luxardo maraschino liqueur enhances cherry notes but is optional. Serve in a chilled glass with quality garnish for best experience.