Description
A cousin of the Old Fashioned, this bourbon cocktail is sophisticated yet easy to make. Perfect for a cozy night in or a sophisticated gathering.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 2 oz (60 ml) Bourbon
- 0.25 oz (7 ml) Fernet-Branca
- 0.25 oz (7 ml) simple syrup
- Orange peel
Instructions
- Pour all the liquid ingredients into an ice-laden mixing glass and stir until cold.
- Strain the cocktail into an old-fashioned glass over fresh ice.
- Cut a piece of orange peel over the glass, ensuring the zest coats the top of the drink.
- Toss the peel in the glass or skewer it with a sharp object.
Notes
- For a smoother cocktail, chill the bourbon before mixing.
- Agave nectar can be substituted for simple syrup for a slightly sweeter, less refined taste.
- Store leftover simple syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 15