Petoskey Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned

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An Old Fashioned with a smooth maple twist, honoring the cozy, rustic charm of northern Michigan. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon, 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 190 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: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Beverages cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz bourbon, 1/2 oz pure maple syrup, and 3 dashes of Angostura bitters.
  2. Step 2: Fill the mixing glass with large ice cubes and stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
  3. Step 3: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass over one large clear ice cube.
  4. Step 4: Express the oils of 1 wide strip of orange peel over the drink by holding it with the outside facing down and twisting firmly.
  5. Step 5: Rim the glass with the peel and then rest it on the edge as garnish.

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