Maple Old Fashioned

Prep Time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1 cocktail

Why I Love This Cocktail

This cozy sipper is smooth and just sweet enough—made for sipping by the grill and sharing laughs on the patio. The maple syrup adds depth, the bourbon brings the bold, and it’s all stirred together with a touch of bitters.

Ingredients

• 2 oz bourbon

• 1/2 oz pure maple syrup

• 2 dashes Angostura bitters

• Optional: 1 dash orange bitters

• Ice

• Garnish: orange peel or brandied cherry

Instructions

1. In a mixing glass, stir together bourbon, maple syrup, and bitters.

2. Add ice and stir until well chilled.

3. Strain into a rocks glass over a large cube.

4. Garnish with an orange peel or cherry, and enjoy.

Notes

• Make it your own: Add a dash of orange bitters for a twist, or try smoked maple syrup for an extra layer of flavor.