Caesar’s Gaulic Spice Old Fashioned
A bold take on the classic Old Fashioned, infused with warm spices and a hint of Mediterranean herbs honoring Julius Caesar’s legacy. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, Angostura bitters, fresh orange peel 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 210 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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz rye whiskey
- 0.25 oz spiced honey syrup (honey infused with cinnamon and clove)
- 3 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 large strip fresh orange peel
- 1 large clear ice cube
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place a large clear ice cube into a rocks glass. Add 2 oz rye whiskey and 0.25 oz spiced honey syrup into a mixing glass.
- Step 2: Add 3 dashes of Angostura bitters and fill the mixing glass with ice cubes to the brim.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly without cloudiness.
- Step 4: Strain the chilled whiskey mixture over the large ice cube in the rocks glass.
- Step 5: Express the oils of 1 large strip of fresh orange peel over the surface by twisting it firmly, then rim the glass with the peel before placing it inside as garnish.
