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Winter Spiced Old Fashioned

A cozy seasonal twist on the classic Old Fashioned, featuring bourbon, warm spices, and bright citrus oils.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

Cocktail
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 0.25 oz spiced simple syrup
  • 2 dashes aromatic bitters
  • 1 dash orange bitters
  • 1 orange peel for garnish
  • 1 cinnamon stick for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Strainer
  • Rocks glass

Method
 

  1. Add bourbon, spiced simple syrup, and bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir gently for 20–30 seconds until chilled and properly diluted.
  3. Strain over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.
  4. Express orange peel oils over the drink and garnish with cinnamon stick.

Notes

Adjust sweetness to taste and use high-quality bourbon for best results.