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Maple Ginger Beer Old Fashioned Cocktail

Maple Ginger Beer Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe
A cozy, fizzy take on the Old Fashioned—warm bourbon, rich maple, bitters, and spicy ginger beer for a sweet and lively modern classic.
John
Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Rocks glass
  • Mixing glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Jigger
  • Strainer
  • Large ice cube mold
  • Peeler or small knife

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon or rye
  • 0.5 oz maple syrup
  • 2 dashes angostura bitters
  • 1 dash orange bitters
  • 2 oz ginger beer
  • 1 large ice cube
  • 1 strip orange peel for garnish
  • 1 cinnamon stick optional
  • 1 maraschino cherry optional

Instructions

  • Add bourbon, maple syrup, angostura bitters, and orange bitters to a mixing glass.
  • Add ice and stir for about 20 seconds to chill.
  • Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
  • Top with ginger beer and stir gently to mix.
  • Twist orange peel over glass, then add as garnish. Add cinnamon stick or cherry if desired.

Notes

Use rye whiskey for more spice. Adjust maple syrup for sweetness. Ginger beer brings fizz and warmth—don't shake, just stir gently. Garnish with orange, cinnamon, or cherry for a cozy touch.