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Hazelnut Old Fashioned Cocktail

Hazelnut Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe
This Hazelnut Old Fashioned brings nutty, cozy flavor to the classic. Bourbon (or rye), Frangelico, bitters, and orange peel make a smooth, aromatic cocktail—perfect for sipping or impressing guests.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Mixing glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Jigger
  • Strainer
  • Old fashioned glass
  • Ice cubes
  • Peeler or zester

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
  • 1/2 oz Frangelico hazelnut liqueur
  • 1-2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 bar spoon simple syrup
  • ice cubes big cubes preferred
  • orange peel for garnish
  • maraschino cherry optional

Instructions

  • Add the whiskey (or vodka), Frangelico, bitters, and simple syrup to your mixing glass.
  • Fill it up with ice cubes.
  • Stir for about 30 seconds—let those flavors come together.
  • Strain the mixture into an old fashioned glass with a big ice cube.
  • Express the oils from an orange peel over your drink, then drop it in for garnish.
  • Add a cherry if desired.

Notes

Use quality Frangelico for best hazelnut flavor. Big ice cubes keep the drink cold without fast dilution. Add more syrup for sweetness or try vodka for a lighter version. Orange peel aroma lifts the nutty notes. Optional maraschino cherry for garnish.