Originally called the Whiskey Cocktail, the Old Fashioned is one of the oldest around. An amazing old-fashioned recipe is all about simplicity, ingredients, and technique. Hudson Grace is helping by offering the Old Fashioned Beginner Set. This set includes – Four Double Old Fashioned Glasses and a jar of Woodford Reserve Bourbon Cherries. You supply the ice, whiskey, and bitters!
Making the ideal Old Fashioned
~Ingredients ~
- 1 teaspoon raw or granulated sugar
- 3 dashes bitters
- 2 ounces choice rye whiskey
- Bourbon cherry; for serving
~Preparation ~
Step 1 – Stir sugar, bitters, and 2 tsp. warm water in a double old fashion glass until most of the sugar is dissolved.
Step 2 – Add 2 ice cubes and pour rye over. Stir 20 seconds to chill the cocktail and dilute whiskey. Garnish with orange wedge and cherry, if using.