Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe

**Servings:** 1

**Time:**

- **Total Time:** 5 minutes

- **Preparation Time:** 5 minutes

- **Overnight Preparation Required:** Not applicable 

- **Cooking Time:** 0 minutes

**Tools:**

- Old fashioned glass

- Bar spoon

- Muddler

- Jigger or measuring tool

**Ingredients:**

- **Bourbon or Rye Whiskey:** 2 ounces

- **Sugar Cube:** 1

- **Angostura Bitters:** 2-3 dashes

- **Orange Peel:** For garnish

- **Maraschino Cherry:** For garnish (optional)

- **Ice:** Large cube or sphere

**Instructions:**

1. **Preparation:**

   - Place the sugar cube in an old fashioned glass.

   - Saturate the sugar cube with the dashes of Angostura bitters.

2. **Muddling:**

   - Muddle the sugar cube and bitters together until the sugar is dissolved.

3. **Adding Whiskey:**

   - Add 2 ounces of bourbon or rye whiskey to the glass.

4. **Stirring:**

   - Add a large ice cube or a few smaller cubes.

   - Stir the mixture for about 20-30 seconds until well chilled.

5. **Garnishing:**

   - Twist an orange peel over the glass to release the oils, then drop it into the glass.

   - Add a maraschino cherry if desired.

6. **Serving:**

   - Serve immediately and enjoy.

**Health Benefits:**

- **Moderate Alcohol Consumption:** When consumed in moderation, some studies suggest potential heart health benefits.

**Keywords:**

Old fashioned cocktail, classic cocktail, bourbon, rye whiskey, simple syrup, bitters, easy recipe, drink recipe

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