Virtual Workspace Old Fashioned
A smooth, classic whiskey cocktail with a modern twist of orange and bitters, designed for contemplative moments. This recipe, ready in about 3 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, simple syrup (2:1 sugar to water), 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 whiskey
- 1/4 oz simple syrup (2:1 sugar to water)
- 3 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 wide strip orange peel
- 1 large clear ice cube
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1 large clear ice cube in a rocks glass.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1/4 oz rich simple syrup, and 3 dashes of Angostura 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 a wide orange peel over the glass surface, then run the peel around the rim and drop it into the drink as garnish.
