Old Fashioned

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   In a rocks or Old Fashioned glass, place the sugar cube

   • a.Add the Angostura bitters and water directly onto the sugar cube. Muddle gently until the sugar is mostly dissolved, creating a syrup at the bottom of the glass.
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   Step 2

   • a.Place one large ice cube into the glass, then pour the bourbon or rye whiskey over the ice.
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   Step 3

   • a.Using a bar spoon, stir the drink gently for about 15-20 seconds to chill the cocktail and combine the ingredients without over-diluting it.
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   Step 4

   • a.Take the strip of orange peel and squeeze it over the drink with the skin side facing down to express the citrus oils. Rub the peel around the rim of the glass, then drop the peel into the drink. Add a maraschino cherry, if using.

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