Smoky Bourbon Old-Fashioned
A rich, smooth bourbon old-fashioned with hints of cinnamon, citrus, and a smoky finish—this refined cocktail is perfect for Father’s Day!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Cocktail, Drink
- Method: Stirred
- Cuisine: American, Classic Cocktail
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 2 oz bourbon (your favorite brand)
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar (or 1 sugar cube)
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 dash orange bitters (optional)
- 1 large ice cube or ice sphere
- 1 orange peel (for garnish)
- 1 cinnamon stick (for garnish)
- 1 Luxardo cherry (optional)
- Smoked cinnamon or wood chips (for smoky effect)
Instructions
- Muddle the Sugar: In a rocks glass, muddle brown sugar with bitters and a splash of water until dissolved.
- Add Bourbon: Pour in the bourbon and stir gently.
- Add Ice: Place a large ice cube in the glass.
- Smoke It: If desired, light a small piece of cinnamon or wood chips, capture the smoke in the glass, then quickly cover it to infuse the cocktail with a smoky aroma.
- Garnish & Serve: Express the oils from the orange peel over the drink and drop it in. Add a cinnamon stick and a Luxardo cherry if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a stronger citrus note, rub the orange peel around the rim of the glass before dropping it in.
- Try different bourbon varieties for unique flavor profiles.
- To enhance the smoky effect, use a smoking gun or smoked glass dome.
Find it online: https://yumfoodusa.com/smoky-bourbon-old-fashioned/