Smoked Cherry Whiskey Old Fashioned

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A smoky twist on the classic Old Fashioned featuring cherry-infused whiskey and a hint of bitters. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together cherry-infused whiskey, demerara 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 cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 1 large clear ice cube into a rocks glass.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz cherry-infused whiskey, 1/2 oz demerara syrup, and 3 dashes Angostura bitters directly into the glass.
  3. Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
  4. Step 4: Express the oils of 1 wide strip orange peel over the surface by holding it 3 inches above the glass and twisting firmly.
  5. Step 5: Rub the orange peel rim around the glass and drop it inside.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a single Luxardo cherry on a cocktail pick resting on the rim.
  7. Step 7: Optionally, lightly smoke the glass with a smoking gun before serving for added aroma.

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