Dark Berry Spiced Old Fashioned

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A rich twist on the classic Old Fashioned with dark berries and warm spice notes that deepen the bourbon’s character. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon, blackberry 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 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Beverages cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 1 large clear ice cube in a rocks glass.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz bourbon, 1/2 oz blackberry syrup, and 3 dashes Angostura bitters.
  3. Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
  4. Step 4: Strain the mixture over the large ice cube in the rocks glass.
  5. Step 5: Express oils from 1 wide strip of orange peel over the surface by holding it skin side down and twisting, then rub the peel around the glass rim and rest it on the edge as garnish.

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