Smoked Citrus Maple Old Fashioned

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-19 · Updated 2026-05-19

A smoky twist on the classic Old Fashioned, balanced with maple sweetness and bright citrus notes. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, 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 210 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 bourbon whiskey
• 1/2 oz maple syrup
• 3 dashes Angostura bitters
• 1 wide strip orange peel
• a small pinch for smoking smoked wood chips
• 1 large ice cube

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Place a large clear ice cube into a rocks glass and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a mixing glass, add 2 oz bourbon, 1/2 oz maple syrup, and 3 dashes of Angostura bitters.
3. Step 3: Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes to the brim and stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
4. Step 4: Using a small smoking gun or torch, lightly smoke the inside of the rocks glass with a pinch of smoked wood chips, then immediately strain the stirred mixture into the smoked glass over the ice cube.
5. Step 5: Express a wide strip of orange peel over the surface to release oils, twist it, then rim the glass with the peel before resting it on the rim as garnish.