Teresa's Recipes
Irish Old Fashioned
Immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of Ireland with this Irish Old Fashioned cocktail. The traditional charm of Irish whiskey is beautifully paired with the aromatic Angostura bitters and the sweetness of the maraschino cherry and orange peel. A touch of simple syrup rounds everything out, creating a balanced, complex drink that sings with the tales of the Irish pubs.
Ingredients
- as needed Ice
- 1 for muddling and 1 for garnish Maraschino cherry
- 1 strip for muddling and 1 strip for garnish Orange peel
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1/2 ounce Simple syrup
- 2 ounces Irish whiskey
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 1
- Dish Type: Drink
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Calories: 180
- Carbs: 13g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Sugar: 12g
Instructions
- Begin by placing the maraschino cherry and a strip of orange peel into your old fashioned glass.
- Add the simple syrup and Angostura bitters to the glass.
- Using a muddler, press the cherry and orange peel to release their flavors into the syrup and bitters.
- Pour in the Irish whiskey and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Fill the glass to the top with ice and give it another good stir to chill the cocktail.
- Garnish with an additional maraschino cherry and orange peel for an extra touch of color and taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, warm flavors of this classic Irish cocktail.
Tips
- For an extra touch, you can flame the orange peel garnish. This releases the oils and gives the cocktail a smoky aroma.
- You can adjust the amount of simple syrup based on your sweetness preference.