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Classic Old Fashioned with Orange Twist Cocktail

Classic Old Fashioned with Orange Twist Cocktail Recipe
A timeless whiskey cocktail made with bourbon or rye, bitters, and sugar, finished with a bright citrus aroma from a fresh orange twist.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Rocks glass
  • Mixing spoon or bar spoon
  • Jigger
  • Large ice cube or ice cubes
  • Muddler
  • Paring knife or peeler

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon whiskey or rye whiskey
  • 2-3 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 cube sugar or 1/2 tsp simple syrup
  • 1 orange peel for twist
  • large ice cube or ice cubes
  • orange bitters optional
  • cocktail cherry or orange slice optional garnish

Instructions

  • Add sugar cube (or simple syrup) to bottom of rocks glass.
  • Add Angostura bitters and optional orange bitters.
  • If using sugar cube, muddle until mostly dissolved.
  • Pour in bourbon or rye.
  • Add large ice cube or fill with ice cubes.
  • Stir for 10–20 seconds to chill and mix.
  • Peel orange strip, twist over drink to release oils, and drop in glass.
  • Garnish with cocktail cherry or orange slice if desired.

Notes

Bourbon provides a sweeter profile, while rye adds spice. Use a large ice cube to slow dilution. Avoid too much pith in the orange peel to prevent bitterness. Optional cherry or extra syrup can increase sweetness.