Ginger-Spiced Old Fashioned with Maple Syrup
A warming bourbon cocktail enhanced with fresh ginger and natural maple syrup for a subtle spice and sweetness balance. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, pure maple syrup, fresh ginger root, grated 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 bourbon whiskey
- 0.25 oz pure maple syrup
- 0.5 tsp fresh ginger root, grated
- 2 dashes angostura bitters
- 1 strip orange peel
- as needed ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, muddle 0.5 tsp freshly grated ginger root with 0.25 oz pure maple syrup until fragrant and slightly pulpy.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey and 2 dashes of angostura bitters to the glass along with ice cubes to fill.
- Step 3: Stir gently for 30 seconds to chill and dilute the cocktail while integrating the flavors.
- Step 4: Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
- Step 5: Express the oils from 1 strip of orange peel over the glass by twisting it, then garnish with the peel placed inside the drink.
