Maple-Smoked Bourbon Old Fashioned

A modern take on the classic, featuring smoky maple syrup and orange bitters for a rich, aromatic sip with a subtle sweet finish.

Cuisine: American

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 5 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 1.

Ingredients

• 2 oz bourbon
• 1/2 oz maple syrup
• 2 dashes orange bitters
• 1 orange twist
• 1 large cube ice

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a rocks glass, combine 2 oz bourbon, 1/2 oz maple syrup, and 2 dashes orange bitters, then stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until the syrup dissolves and the glass is chilled.
2. Step 2: Add 1 large ice cube and stir for another 30 seconds until the glass is frosty to the touch.
3. Step 3: Express the oils from 1 orange twist by twisting it over the drink, then drop it into the glass as a garnish.