Stirred Rye and Walnut Bitters Cocktail

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A contemplative, deep-flavored cocktail combining rye whiskey with walnut bitters and a hint of maple syrup for a balanced, serious sip. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, walnut bitters, maple 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 180 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 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with large ice cubes to chill thoroughly.
  2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz rye whiskey, add 3 dashes of walnut bitters, and 1/4 oz pure maple syrup into the mixing glass.
  3. Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly without clouding the drink.
  4. Step 4: Strain the mixture into a chilled rocks glass over a single large clear ice cube.
  5. Step 5: Express the oils of 1 wide strip of orange peel over the surface by holding it skin side down and twisting firmly, then rub the peel around the rim and rest it on the glass edge as garnish.

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