History of The Old Fashioned
The Old Fashioned cocktail is a classic drink that has been around for over a century. It is believed to have originated in the late 1800s at the Pendennis Club, a gentlemen's club in Louisville, Kentucky. The drink was originally made with rye or bourbon whiskey, sugar, bitters, and a twist of citrus peel.
Over the years, the Old Fashioned has undergone some variations and adaptations. Some people prefer to use sugar cubes instead of granulated sugar, while others like to add a splash of water or club soda to the mix. Some variations also include using different types of bitters, such as orange or cherry, or adding fruit slices, like orange or cherry, to the mix.
Despite the variations, the Old Fashioned remains popular at bars and pubs worldwide. It is a simple yet sophisticated drink that is perfect for sipping on its own or as a pre-dinner cocktail.
Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipes
Here are a few recipes to try if you'd like to make an Old Fashioned at home or for your next party:
Basic Old Fashioned Recipe
2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
1 sugar cube (or 1/2 tsp granulated sugar)
3 dashes of bitters
Orange peel or cherry, for garnish
In a mixing glass, muddle the sugar, bitters, and a splash of water until the sugar is dissolved. Add the whiskey and ice, and stir until well chilled. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass or cup filled with ice. Garnish with an orange peel or cherry, if desired.
Orange Old Fashioned Recipe
2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
1/2 oz orange liqueur
1 tsp granulated sugar
3 dashes of orange bitters
Orange peel, for garnish
Mix the orange liqueur, sugar, and orange bitters in a mixing glass. Add the whiskey and ice, and stir until well chilled. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass or cup filled with ice. Garnish with an orange peel, if desired.
Cherry Old Fashioned Recipe
2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
1/2 oz cherry liqueur
1 tsp granulated sugar
3 dashes of cherry bitters
Cherry, for garnish
Mix the cherry liqueur, sugar, and bitters in a glass. Add the whiskey and ice, and stir until well chilled. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass or cup filled with ice, grab a cocktail napkin and garnish with a cherry, if desired.
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