Smoky Charcoal-Infused Rye Old Fashioned

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-21 · Updated 2026-06-21

A bold twist on the classic Old Fashioned, introducing smoky charcoal-infused rye whiskey balanced with maple sweetness. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together charcoal-infused rye whiskey, maple syrup, and 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 "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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 charcoal-infused rye whiskey
• 0.25 oz maple syrup
• 3 dashes Angostura bitters
• 1 large clear ice cube
• 1 wide strip orange peel

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 2 oz charcoal-infused rye whiskey, 0.25 oz pure maple syrup, and 3 dashes of Angostura bitters into a mixing glass.
2. Step 2: Add enough ice cubes to fill the mixing glass halfway and stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute.
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 rocks glass.
5. Step 5: Express a wide strip of orange peel over the drink to release oils, then rub the peel around the rim and rest it on the glass edge as garnish.