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Old Fashioned
A classic whiskey cocktail with orange peel and a cherry, sweetened with simple syrup and a hint of bitters.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 160

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Ingredients
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Step 1
Place 1 cup ice cubes in a rocks glass. Add 2 oz whiskey, 0.25 oz simple syrup, and 2 dashes angostura bitters.
Step 2
Stir gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled and diluted, about 30 seconds.
Step 3
Express the 1 orange peel over the drink by twisting it to release oils, then drop it in.
Step 4
Garnish with 1 maraschino cherry. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- rocks glass
- bar spoon or spoon
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