MAKER'S MARK® OLD FASHIONED
Straightforward and timeless, an Old Fashioned cocktail never goes out of style. A simple combination of Maker's Mark® Bourbon, bitters, sugar and a splash of water-just garnish your masterpiece with an orange slice and a cherry on top - and you've got the perfect drink. Serve it on poker night, game day, or enjoy as a perfect after-work drink.
Provided by TheCocktailProject.com
Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Bourbon Drinks Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Muddle sugar, bitters, orange, cherry, and water in an old fashioned glass.
- Remove the orange rind and fill glass 3/4 full of ice.
- Add Maker's Mark® Bourbon and stir.
CLASSIC OLD FASHIONED
One of the great classic bourbon cocktails, the Old Fashioned was invented in Louisville, KY. Try bourbon, rye, or a blended whiskey in this cocktail. You can also sub one sugar cube for the simple syrup.
Provided by c-biskit
Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Whiskey Drinks Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pour the simple syrup, water, and bitters into a whiskey glass. Stir to combine, then place the ice cubes in the glass. Pour bourbon over the ice and garnish with the orange slice and maraschino cherry.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 7.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
Tips:
- Choose the right bourbon: A good Maker's Mark Old Fashioned starts with a good bourbon. Look for a bourbon that is at least 80 proof and has a smooth, mellow flavor.
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your Old Fashioned will taste. Use fresh orange slices, lemon slices, and cherries.
- Don't over-muddle: When you muddle the ingredients, you want to release their flavors without making the drink too bitter. Muddle the ingredients gently and for no more than 10 seconds.
- Add simple syrup to taste: Simple syrup is used to sweeten the Old Fashioned. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
- Garnish with a twist of orange or lemon: A twist of orange or lemon adds a refreshing citrus flavor to the Old Fashioned.
Conclusion:
The Maker's Mark Old Fashioned is a classic cocktail that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its smooth, mellow flavor and refreshing citrus notes, it's the perfect drink to enjoy any time of year. So next time you're looking for a delicious and refreshing cocktail, give the Maker's Mark Old Fashioned a try. You won't be disappointed!
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