Grille-Smoked Maple Old Fashioned

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A smoky, subtly sweet old fashioned with a maple twist, evoking the rich ambiance of a steakhouse grill. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together Rye whiskey, Maple 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 185 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: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 185 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz rye whiskey, 0.25 oz maple syrup, and 3 dashes of Angostura bitters.
  2. Step 2: Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes to the brim and stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
  3. Step 3: Place 1 large clear ice cube in a rocks glass and strain the cocktail over the ice.
  4. Step 4: Lightly sprinkle a pinch of smoked sea salt on top of the ice cube.
  5. Step 5: Express a wide strip of orange peel over the glass surface by holding it skin side down and twisting to release oils, then rim the glass with the peel and drop it in as garnish.

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