Twilight Velvet Old Fashioned
A smooth, rich take on the classic Old Fashioned with a hint of dark cherry and spice, perfect for evening relaxation. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon, dark cherry 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
- 0.25 oz dark cherry syrup
- 3 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 dash orange bitters
- 1 large ice cube
- 1 strip orange peel
- 1 maraschino cherry
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place one large clear ice cube in a rocks glass.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz bourbon, 0.25 oz dark cherry syrup, 3 dashes Angostura bitters, and 1 dash orange bitters directly into the glass.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 4: Express the oils of 1 strip of orange peel over the glass surface by holding it with the outer side facing down and twisting firmly.
- Step 5: Rub the peel around the rim and rest it on the edge of the glass.
- Step 6: Skewer 1 maraschino cherry on a cocktail pick and place it perched on the rim for garnish.
