The old fashioned originated in the 1800s and follows the classic cocktail formula of spirit, sugar, water, and bitters. It went through many adaptations and name changes since its inception, and today there are still many variations that are commonly used. We’ll be making two popular variations.
Classic Old Fashioned
•1 barspoon of gum syrup
•2 dashes angostura aromatic bitters
•2 oz rye whiskey
Add ingredients to your glass then carefully add a large cube of ice to your glass and stir until chilled and diluted, about 20 seconds. Garnish with a lemon swath.
Modern Old Fashioned (Prohibition Era)
•1 sugar cube
•2 dashes angostura aromatic bitters
•½ orange slice
•2 maraschino cherries
•2 oz bourbon
Add the first four ingredients to your glass. Use a muddler to work those ingredients together then add 2 ounces of bourbon. Fill your glass with small ice cubes and stir chilled and diluted, about 20 seconds.
Garnish with the remaining half orange slice and another maraschino cherry.
These are only two of nearly unlimited variations of the old fashioned. Experiment by changing the type of syrup or bitters you use, the garnish you choose, or even the type of spirit.
Drop a comment below to let us know your preferred old fashioned recipe and don’t forget to stop by KegWorks.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=old-fashioned to shop our selection of cocktail ingredients, drinkware, bar tools, and more! Cheers!
