Whiskey Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned

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A smooth, barrel-aged Old Fashioned cocktail combining whiskey, bitters, and orange zest for a rich and aromatic experience. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together whiskey, Angostura bitters, 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 165 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 165 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, add 2 oz whiskey, 3 dashes Angostura bitters, and 0.25 oz simple syrup. Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and combine.
  2. Step 2: Place 1 large ice cube into a rocks glass, then strain the cocktail over the ice.
  3. Step 3: Express oils from 1 large strip of orange peel over the glass by holding it with the outside facing down and squeezing gently, then rub the peel around the rim and drop it into the glass for garnish.

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