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Christmas Old Fashioned

A delightful twist on the classic Old Fashioned featuring seasonal flavors of orange, cinnamon, and sweetness, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Beverage, Cocktail
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 oz bourbon Choose a high-quality bourbon
  • 1/4 oz simple syrup Adjust sweetness to taste
  • 2 dashes aromatic bitters
  • 1 dash orange bitters
  • 1 slice orange wheel For garnish
  • 1 stick cinnamon stick For garnish
  • as needed cups ice cubes To chill the drink

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by selecting a lowball glass and place an ice cube or two in the glass.
  2. In the same glass, add the aromatic bitters, orange bitters, and simple syrup, and stir gently to combine.
  3. Pour the bourbon over the bitters mixture and stir gently.
  4. Fill the glass with more ice to chill the cocktail thoroughly.
  5. Garnish with the orange wheel and cinnamon stick.
  6. Serve and enjoy your Christmas Old Fashioned.

Notes

To batch this cocktail for a party, mix ingredients in a pitcher (excluding ice) and serve over ice. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.