How to Make a Perfect Old Fashioned

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    1

  • Calories

    211 kcal

  • Course

    Cocktails

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Make a Perfect Old Fashioned

Crack the code to a classic cocktail evening at home with our step-by-step guide to mastering the perfect Old Fashioned.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 ounces bourbon whiskey or rye whiskey
  • 1 sugar cube or 1/2 teaspoon loose sugar
  • 2-3 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 water splash
  • 1 orange peel (for garnish)
  • 1 Cherry (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In an Old Fashioned glass, muddle the sugar cube (or loose sugar), a few dashes of Angostura bitters, and a splash of water.
  2. Add the whiskey, along with 1–2 large ice cubes. Stir well to combine, making sure the sugar is fully dissolved.
  3. Garnish your cocktail with a slice of orange peel and a cherry.

Notes

  • To avoid a cloudy cocktail, don't over-muddle the sugar and bitters.
  • A brisk stir is all you need to mix the ingredients without diluting the drink excessively.
  • Lightly twist the orange peel over the drink before dropping it in. This releases the essential oils.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 211kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 0.2g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Monounsaturated Fat 0.03g (0%) Sodium 67mg (3%) Potassium 440mg (9%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 67IU (1%) Vitamin C 42mg (47%) Calcium 63mg (6%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 211 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 211kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 0.2g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.03g 0%
Sodium 67mg 3%
Potassium 440mg 9%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 67IU 1%
Vitamin C 42mg 47%
Calcium 63mg 6%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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