Ginger-Spiced Bourbon Old Fashioned

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

A warming bourbon Old Fashioned with a spicy kick of fresh ginger and balanced sweetness from maple syrup. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, maple syrup, fresh ginger root 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 190 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 bourbon whiskey
• 0.25 oz maple syrup
• 0.5 inch piece fresh ginger root
• 2 dashes angostura bitters
• 1 for garnish orange peel
• 1 large ice cube

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and finely grate a 0.5 inch piece of fresh ginger to extract about 1 tsp of juice.
2. Step 2: In an old-fashioned glass, combine 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 0.25 oz maple syrup, 2 dashes angostura bitters, and the freshly grated ginger juice.
3. Step 3: Add 1 large ice cube and stir gently for 20-30 seconds until chilled and slightly diluted.
4. Step 4: Express the oils of 1 orange peel over the glass by holding it skin side down and giving it a sharp twist.
5. Step 5: Rub the rim of the glass with the orange peel and then drop it into the drink as garnish.