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Winter Spiced Old Fashioned

A cozy seasonal twist on the classic Old Fashioned with warming spices, maple syrup, and bourbon.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail, Drink
Cuisine: American, Winter
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 0.5 oz pure maple syrup
  • 2 dashes aromatic bitters
  • 1 dash orange bitters
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 strip orange peel
  • 1 large clear ice cube

Equipment

  • Mixing glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Strainer
  • Rocks glass

Method
 

  1. Add maple syrup and bitters to a mixing glass.
  2. Add cinnamon stick and star anise, gently pressing once to release aroma.
  3. Pour in bourbon and fill the glass with ice.
  4. Stir gently for 20–30 seconds until chilled.
  5. Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
  6. Express orange peel over the drink, garnish, and serve.

Notes

Use high-quality bourbon and pure maple syrup for best flavor.