Orange-Spiced Old Fashioned
A warming twist on the classic Old Fashioned, infused with orange zest and a hint of warming spice from cinnamon syrup. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, cinnamon simple 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 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 rye whiskey
- 1/2 oz cinnamon simple syrup
- 3 dashes angostura bitters
- 1 wide strip orange peel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Add 2 oz rye whiskey, 1/2 oz cinnamon simple syrup, and 3 dashes of Angostura bitters to a mixing glass filled with large ice cubes.
- Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and slightly dilute the mixture.
- Step 3: Strain into a rocks glass over a single large clear ice cube.
- Step 4: Express the oils of 1 wide strip of orange peel over the glass by holding it over the drink and twisting firmly.
- Step 5: Rub the rim of the glass with the peel and then rest it on the edge as a garnish.
