Smoky Mediterranean Olive Old Fashioned
A savory twist on the classic Old Fashioned using smoked olive brine and rich Mediterranean flavors for depth and complexity. This recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 6 minutes, brings together Bourbon, Smoked olive brine, and 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 210 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 Bourbon
- 1/4 oz Smoked olive brine
- 1/4 oz Simple syrup
- 3 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 strip Orange zest
- 1 Large clear ice cube
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1 large clear ice cube in a rocks glass.
- Step 2: In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine 2 oz bourbon, 1/4 oz smoked olive brine, 1/4 oz simple syrup, and 3 dashes Angostura bitters.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into the rocks glass over the large ice cube.
- Step 5: Express the oils of 1 strip of orange zest over the drink by holding it over the glass and twisting, then rub the rim with the zest and drop it into the glass for garnish.
