Ginger-Spiced Old Fashioned with Orange Bitters

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A warming twist on the classic old fashioned, layering rich bourbon with fresh ginger and aromatic orange bitters for a balanced, spicy profile. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together Bourbon whiskey, Fresh ginger root, Simple syrup 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: 7 min Serves 1 American cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, muddle 0.5 inch peeled and sliced fresh ginger root with 0.25 oz simple syrup and 1 tsp water until fragrant and the ginger releases its spicy aroma, about 20 seconds.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey and 2 dashes of orange bitters, then fill the glass with ice and stir gently for 30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
  3. Step 3: Strain the mixture over 1 large ice cube in a rocks glass.
  4. Step 4: Express the oils from an orange peel over the glass by holding it skin side down and giving it a firm twist, then rub the peel around the rim and drop it into the drink.
  5. Step 5: Sip slowly to enjoy the layered warmth and spice.

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