Whiskey Maple Cinnamon Old Fashioned

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-04 · Updated 2026-06-04

A cozy twist on the classic Old Fashioned featuring rich maple syrup and a subtle cinnamon note to enhance the warmth of the whiskey. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, maple syrup, and 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 195 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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 rye whiskey
• 0.5 oz maple syrup
• 3 dashes Angostura bitters
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 wide strip orange peel

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 0.5 oz maple syrup and 3 dashes of Angostura bitters into a mixing glass.
2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz rye whiskey over the syrup and bitters.
3. Step 3: Fill the mixing glass with large ice cubes and stir gently for 30 seconds to chill and slightly dilute.
4. Step 4: Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass over a single large clear ice cube.
5. Step 5: Lightly toast a cinnamon stick with a lighter to release its aroma, then place it standing in the glass.
6. Step 6: Express a wide strip of orange peel over the surface to release oils, rim the glass with the peel, and rest it elegantly on the rim as garnish.