Smoked Date Old Fashioned

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A rich, smoky twist on the classic Old Fashioned, with the sweetness of date syrup and a hint of warm spices for depth. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together Bourbon, Date 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.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz bourbon, 0.5 oz date syrup, and 3 dashes of Angostura bitters.
  2. Step 2: Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes and stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
  3. Step 3: Place one large clear ice cube into a rocks glass.
  4. Step 4: Strain the cocktail over the ice cube in the glass.
  5. Step 5: Express the oils of one wide strip of orange peel over the surface of the drink by twisting it, then rub the peel around the rim and rest it on the glass edge.
  6. Step 6: Using a small smoking gun or wood chip smoke, lightly infuse the drink for 10 seconds under a glass dome for a smoky aroma before serving.

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