Pomodoro Spice Old Fashioned

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A bold twist on the classic Old Fashioned featuring tomato-infused bitters and a touch of smoked paprika for a savory, focused sipping experience. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together Bourbon, Tomato-infused bitters, Simple syrup 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 180 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: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place a large clear ice cube in a rocks glass.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz bourbon, 0.25 oz simple syrup, 3 dashes tomato-infused bitters, and a pinch of smoked paprika.
  3. Step 3: Add ice cubes to the mixing glass and stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
  4. Step 4: Strain the mixture over the large ice cube in the rocks glass.
  5. Step 5: Express a wide strip of orange peel over the drink surface, twisting to release oils, then rim the glass with the peel and rest it elegantly on the ice.
  6. Step 6: Optionally, sprinkle a tiny pinch of smoked paprika on top for aroma.

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