Whiskey-Amaretto Old Fashioned with Orange Zest

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

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A smooth bourbon cocktail enhanced by the sweet almond essence of amaretto, brightened with fresh orange zest and a hint of bitters. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, amaretto liqueur, 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 "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 190 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz bourbon whiskey
1 oz amaretto liqueur
2 dashes Angostura bitters
1 strip orange peel
as needed ice cubes

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 2 oz bourbon whiskey and 1 oz amaretto liqueur into a mixing glass filled with ice cubes. Stir gently for 20 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
Step 2: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass over a large ice cube. Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters on top.
Step 3: Express the oils of 1 strip of orange peel over the glass by holding it over the drink and bending it to release oils, then rub the peel around the rim and drop it into the glass as garnish.