Honeyed Ginger Old Fashioned
A warming twist on the classic Old Fashioned, blending honey and fresh ginger for a smooth, subtly spicy sip. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together bourbon, honey syrup (1:1 honey and water), fresh ginger slices 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 195 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
- 0.5 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
- 3 thin slices fresh ginger slices
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 strip orange peel
- 1 large clear ice cube
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, muddle 3 thin slices of fresh ginger gently to release flavor but not break down completely.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz bourbon, 0.5 oz honey syrup, and 2 dashes Angostura bitters.
- Step 3: Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes and stir gently for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 4: Strain the cocktail over a single large clear ice cube in a rocks glass.
- Step 5: Express the orange peel over the glass to release oils, then rim the glass and drop the peel in as garnish.
