Coffee-Infused Dark Chocolate Old Fashioned

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

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A rich cocktail blending the deep flavors of dark chocolate and freshly brewed coffee with classic bourbon for a sophisticated imbibe experience. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, cold brew coffee, dark chocolate 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 180 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: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz bourbon whiskey
1 oz cold brew coffee
3 dashes dark chocolate bitters
1/4 oz simple syrup
1 strip orange peel
as needed ice cubes

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Instructions

Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes to chill. Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz cold brew coffee, 3 dashes dark chocolate bitters, and 1/4 oz simple syrup. Stir gently for 20 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
Step 2: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass over one large ice cube. Express the oils of 1 strip of orange peel over the drink, then rub the peel around the glass rim and drop it in as garnish.