Banker's Old Fashioned Twist

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A classic Old Fashioned with a subtle hint of orange and a touch of sweetness, inspired by the trusted service of a longstanding institution. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together Bourbon whiskey, Simple syrup, Angostura bitters for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 195 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Beverages cuisine 195 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 1/4 oz simple syrup and 3 dashes Angostura bitters into a mixing glass.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey and fill the mixing glass with large ice cubes.
  3. Step 3: Stir gently for 30 seconds with a bar spoon until well chilled and slightly diluted.
  4. Step 4: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass over a single large clear ice cube.
  5. Step 5: Express the oils of 1 large orange peel over the surface by holding the peel skin-side down and twisting it sharply, then rub the peel around the rim and rest it inside the glass.

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