Old Fashioned

Instructions

1. Place the sugar cube in an Old Fashioned glass.
2. Add the Angostura bitters directly onto the sugar cube.
3. Add a splash of water (about 1 teaspoon) and muddle until the sugar is dissolved.
4. Add a large ice cube to the glass.
5. Pour the bourbon or rye whiskey over the ice.
6. Stir gently for about 30 seconds to chill and dilute.
7. Express the orange peel over the drink by squeezing it to release the oils, then garnish with the peel.
8. Optionally, add a maraschino cherry.

Notes

The Old Fashioned is one of the oldest cocktails, dating back to the early 1800s. The key to a perfect Old Fashioned is proper dilution and a good quality whiskey. Use a large ice cube to minimize dilution while still chilling the drink. Some prefer bourbon for its sweeter profile, while others prefer the spiciness of rye.