Smoked Old Fashioned
The Smoked Old Fashioned, an innovative adaptation of the revered classic, elevates the cocktail experience by infusing it with the captivating essence of smoke. Rooted in tradition, the Old Fashioned embodies simplicity and sophistication. With the Smoked Old Fashioned, the familiar flavors of bourbon, sugar, and bitters are enhanced by the aromatic allure of smoldering wood, imparting an additional dimension to this iconic libation. This modern interpretation pays homage to the rich history of the Old Fashioned while introducing a sensory journey through the infusion of smoky aromas. Follow our recipe below to craft this intriguing and aromatic variation, and savor the enhanced complexity of the Smoked Old Fashioned.
Ingredients
- 2 oz (60 ml) Bourbon whiskey
- 1 Sugar cube or 1/2 oz (15 ml) Simple syrup
- 2-3 dashes Angostura bitters
- Orange peel for garnish
- Wood chips or a smoking gun for smoking
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Place a rocks glass upside down over a smoking device or a container filled with wood chips that have been ignited to produce smoke.
- Allow the glass to fill with smoke and capture the aromatic essence for about 20-30 seconds. Lift the glass carefully, and if using a container, cover it to maintain the smoke.
- In another mixing glass, muddle a sugar cube with Angostura bitters (or use simple syrup instead of a sugar cube for convenience).
- Add bourbon whiskey to the mixing glass with ice and stir well to properly chill and dilute the drink.
- Strain the stirred cocktail into the smoked rocks glass filled with ice cubes.
- Express the oil from an orange peel over the drink by twisting it over the surface to release its aroma, then garnish the Smoked Old Fashioned with the peel.
- Serve!
