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Maple Old Fashioned Cocktail Drink

Maple Old Fashioned Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Warm up your evenings with this straightforward Maple Old Fashioned recipe! It's a delightful mix of bourbon, maple syrup, bitters, and a zest of orange.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 179

Ingredients
 

  • 2 oz Bourbon
  • ½ oz maple syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura aromatic bitters
  • Ice cubes
  • Orange twist - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Old Fashioned Glass
  • Mixing Glass
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Stirrer or Bar Spoon

Instructions

  • Prep Glass: Fill your Old Fashioned glass with ice cubes.
  • Add Bitters: Add 2 dashes Angostura aromatic bitters to the mixing glass.
  • Add Maple Syrup: Measure and pour ½ oz maple syrup into the glass.
  • Add Bourbon: Pour 2 oz Bourbon into the mix.
  • Add Ice: Fill your mixing glass with ice.
  • Stir Gently: Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently until well chilled and mixed.
  • Strain: Strain your drink into your chilled old fashioned glass over fresh ice.
  • Garnish: Zest an orange peel on top of the drink and place it into the glass for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Bourbon: If you don't have bourbon, rye whiskey can be a good substitute. It has a spicier profile than bourbon's sweeter taste, but it still works well in this cocktail.
  • Maple Syrup: Honey can be used as a substitute for maple syrup if needed. It adds a different kind of sweetness that complements the bourbon nicely.
  • Angostura Bitters: If you're out of Angostura bitters, orange bitters can be used instead. They add a citrusy note to the drink that pairs well with the orange garnish.

Making a Pitcher:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of bourbon, 4 oz of maple syrup, and 16 dashes of Angostura bitters.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the bourbon, maple syrup, and bitters with ice cubes. Stir well.
  • Serve: Strain the mixture into ice-filled Old Fashioned glasses, garnish with an orange twist, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Bourbon Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic bourbon substitute; several brands are available that mimic the flavor of bourbon without the alcohol.
  • Angostura bitters: use a non-alcoholic alternative and if you are out of it prepare a syrup infused with cinnamon, cloves and gentian root to mimic the complex flavor of Angostura bitters.
  • Proceed As Usual: Use this non-alcoholic substitute instead of the regular bourbon, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.

Making it Vegan:

  • Maple Syrup: Ensure your maple syrup is vegan. Some brands process their syrup with animal-derived products. Look for brands that specify they're vegan-friendly.
  • Proceed As Usual: Once you've ensured your ingredients are vegan-friendly, follow the original steps to enjoy a delicious vegan Maple Old Fashioned.