Classic Old Fashioned

One of the great classic bourbon cocktails, the Old Fashioned was invented in Louisville, KY. Try bourbon, rye, or a blended whiskey in this cocktail. You can also sub one sugar cube for the simple syrup.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 145 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon water
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 maraschino cherry
• 1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger bourbon whiskey
• 2 dashes bitters
• 1 slice orange
• 2 teaspoons simple syrup

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour the simple syrup, water, and bitters into a whiskey glass. Stir to combine, then place the ice cubes in the glass. Pour bourbon over the ice and garnish with the orange slice and maraschino cherry.