Orange-Spiced Bourbon Old Fashioned

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A warming bourbon cocktail with aromatic orange zest and a hint of spice, perfect for sipping slowly on a cool evening. This general-inspired cocktails & beverages ready in about 5 minutes pairs bourbon, simple syrup, dashes Angostura bitters for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.6 (9 ratings) Prep: 5 min Serves 1 General cuisine 200 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz bourbon, 1/4 oz simple syrup, and 3 dashes of Angostura bitters.
  2. Step 2: Fill the glass with ice and stir gently for 20 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
  3. Step 3: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
  4. Step 4: Express the oils from 1 large orange peel over the drink, then rub the peel around the rim and drop it into the glass.
  5. Step 5: Add 1 small cinnamon stick as a garnish to infuse subtle spice aroma as you sip.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Orange-Spiced Bourbon Old Fashioned take to make?

Total time is about 5 minutes (5 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Orange-Spiced Bourbon Old Fashioned?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bourbon from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Orange-Spiced Bourbon Old Fashioned?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Orange-Spiced Bourbon Old Fashioned for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Orange-Spiced Bourbon Old Fashioned?

General cocktails & beverages like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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