Smoked Old Fashioned

Ingredients

• BourbonBourbonBourbon is a type of American whiskey made primarily from corn, with a sweet, full-bodied flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep.60 ml
• Angostura bittersAngostura bittersAngostura bitters are a concentrated aromatic bitters originating from Venezuela, made from a blend of herbs and spices. They are commonly used to add complexity to cocktails like the Old Fashioned.2 dashes
• Simple SyrupSimple SyrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar.5 ml
• Food-grade wood chips (cherry or hickory)Food-grade wood chips (cherry or hickory)Food-grade wood chips, such as cherry or hickory, are small pieces of wood used for smoking and infusing flavors. They are often used in cocktails to impart a smoky or woody taste.1 piece
• Orange peel (garnish)Orange peel (garnish)Orange peel is the outer skin of the orange fruit, known for its bright citrus aroma and flavor. It is commonly used as a garnish to enhance the scent and taste of cocktails.1

Method

1. 1

   Add a sugar cube (or 5 ml simple syrupsimple syrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar.) and two dashes of Angostura bittersAngostura bittersAngostura bitters are a concentrated aromatic bitters originating from Venezuela, made from a blend of herbs and spices. They are commonly used to add complexity to cocktails like the Old Fashioned. to a mixing glass.

2. 2

   Add bourbonbourbonBourbon is a type of American whiskey made primarily from corn, with a sweet, full-bodied flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep. and a large clear ice cube to a rocks glass and set it aside.

3. 3

   To smoke: ignite a small piece of food-grade wood (cherry, hickory, or applewood) and place it inside a glass dome or overturned glass. Allow the smoke to fill the dome for 15-20 seconds.

4. 4

   Quickly cover the rocks glass containing the bourbonbourbonBourbon is a type of American whiskey made primarily from corn, with a sweet, full-bodied flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep. with the smoke-filled dome and let it sit for 30-60 seconds.

5. 5

   Remove the dome and stir the bourbonbourbonBourbon is a type of American whiskey made primarily from corn, with a sweet, full-bodied flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep. with the sugar and bitters directly in the rocks glass until the sugar is dissolved.

6. 6

   Express an orange peel over the drink to release the oils, run it around the rim, and use it as garnish. Serve immediately while the smoke aroma lingers.