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Maple Old Fashioned

A sophisticated twist on the classic cocktail that uses maple syrup for a richer flavor.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces bourbon whiskey quality brand preferred
  • 1/2 ounce pure maple syrup preferably Grade A or B
  • 2 to 3 dashes Angostura bitters
  • Ice large cubes or sphere preferred
  • Orange peel for garnish and oils

Equipment

  • Mixing glass or cocktail stirring glass
  • Bar spoon or long-handled spoon for stirring
  • Jigger for measuring spirits
  • Rocks glass or old fashioned glass
  • Citrus peeler or vegetable peeler for orange twist
  • Cocktail strainer (optional but helpful)

Method
 

  1. Place your rocks glass in the freezer for two to three minutes to chill.
  2. Pour 1/2 ounce of pure maple syrup into the chilled rocks glass.
  3. Add two to three dashes of Angostura bitters on top of the maple syrup.
  4. Stir the maple syrup and bitters together in the glass for about ten seconds.
  5. Add one large ice cube or two to three medium cubes to the glass.
  6. Measure out 2 ounces of bourbon whiskey and pour it slowly over the ice.
  7. Stir gently for about 15 to 20 seconds.
  8. Cut a strip of orange peel and twist it over the drink to express the oils.
  9. Drop the orange peel into the glass as a garnish.

Notes

Sip slowly and enjoy the balance of flavors.