Attention all cocktail aficionados! Are you tired of sipping on subpar Old Fashioneds? Well, fear not my boozy friends, because I’m here to share the secret to making the absolute best Old Fashioned you’ve ever tasted.
As a man who takes his cocktails seriously (read: very, very seriously), I’m here to share with you the secret to making the perfect Old Fashioned.
First things first, let’s talk about the ingredients you’ll need:
- 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
- 1 sugar cube (or 1 tsp of simple syrup)
- 3 dashes of bitters
- Orange peel and maraschino cherry for garnish (I like to splurge on my cherries and buy Luxardo Maraschino Cherries – yes, they make a difference. Treat yo self.)
Now, let’s get to mixing.
Step 1: Start by filling your mixing glass with ice. This will help keep your cocktail cold as you mix it.
Step 2: Add the bourbon or rye whiskey to the glass.
Step 3: Add the sugar cube (or simple syrup) and bitters to the glass. If you’re using a sugar cube, muddle it with the bitters and a splash of water to dissolve it.
Step 4: Stir the ingredients together until the sugar is fully dissolved. This will take a few minutes, so be patient.
Step 5: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
Step 6: Garnish with a twist of orange peel and a maraschino cherry.
If you really want to take your Old Fashioned to the next level, consider using a drink smoker to add more depth and flavor to your cocktail.
A drink smoker is a device that infuses smoke into your drink, adding an extra layer of complexity to the flavor profile. To use a drink smoker, simply fill the chamber with your desired wood chips (such as oak or cherry), light the chips, and let the smoke fill the chamber. Once the chamber is full of smoke, place a glass or mixing tin over the top to trap the smoke inside. Then, add your Old Fashioned to the glass or mixing tin. The smoke will infuse into the drink, adding a smoky, woodsy flavor that takes your Old Fashioned to the next level. Just be sure to use the drink smoker in a well-ventilated area and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for safety.
And there you have it, folks, the secret to the perfect Old Fashioned. Go forth and impress all your friends with your newfound cocktail-making skills. Just try not to get too cocky, okay? No one likes a show-off. Cheers!
