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Limoncello Old Fashioned Cocktail

Limoncello Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe
A sunny twist on the classic Old Fashioned—combining bourbon, bitters, and limoncello for a cozy, citrus-forward sipper.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 glass

Equipment

  • Mixing glass
  • Cocktail shaker
  • Bar spoon
  • Jigger
  • Strainer
  • Old fashioned glass
  • Muddler
  • Peeler
  • Zester
  • Ice cubes

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
  • 1 oz limoncello store-bought or homemade
  • 0.25 oz simple syrup or honey syrup
  • 2 dashes black lemon bitters or Orleans bitters
  • 1 lemon peel for garnish
  • fresh mint optional
  • fresh rosemary optional
  • ice cubes

Instructions

  • Fill a mixing glass halfway with ice. Add bourbon, limoncello, and simple syrup.
  • Stir gently for about 20 seconds until chilled.
  • Add bitters and give it another quick stir.
  • Strain into an Old Fashioned glass over fresh ice.
  • Express lemon peel over the glass, drop it in, and garnish with mint or rosemary if desired.

Notes

Use bourbon for mellow warmth, or rye for a spicy kick. Chill limoncello for best results. Swap simple syrup for honey syrup if you prefer. Fresh herbs add aroma without overpowering the drink.