Cocoa Old Fashioned Cocktail
This Cocoa Old Fashioned brings deep chocolate notes to the classic cocktail—bourbon, chocolate liqueur, chocolate and orange bitters, and a touch of sweetness make it cozy and unforgettable.
Equipment
- Rocks glass
- Jigger
- Mixing glass
- Bar spoon
- Hawthorne strainer
- Ice sphere or large cube
- Peeler or zester
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon or chocolate whiskey
- 1/2 oz chocolate liqueur or crème de cacao
- 2 dashes chocolate bitters
- 1 dash orange bitters
- 1/4 oz simple syrup
- ice sphere or large cube
- orange peel for garnish
- cherry for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Pour the bourbon (or whiskey), chocolate liqueur, bitters, and simple syrup into your mixing glass.
- Add ice—enough to chill everything.
- Stir for about 20 seconds, until it’s nice and cold.
- Strain into a rocks glass over a big ice cube or sphere.
- Finish with an orange peel or cherry on top.
Notes
Chocolate whiskey or peanut butter whiskey also work. Creme de cacao gives a smooth vibe. Chocolate bitters add depth, but skip if unavailable. Go easy on simple syrup; adjust to taste. This drink pairs well with dessert or as an after-dinner sipper.