| ABV | Technique | Glass | 용량 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36.0% | BUILD | ROCKS | 55ml |
What is Old Fashioned?
The Old Fashioned is a classic cocktail made with bourbon whiskey, a sugar cube, and Angostura bitters, with an ABV of approximately 36%.
Closest to the original definition of "cocktail," it's one of the oldest cocktails dating back to the 19th century.
Preserving whiskey's inherent character while adding bitters' complex aromatics, it remains steadily beloved among whiskey enthusiasts.
Old Fashioned ABV
The Old Fashioned has an ABV of approximately 36%, making it one of the strongest cocktails.
Bourbon whiskey (40%) at 45ml with only sugar and bitters added, stirred over ice, maintains roughly 36% with minimal dilution.
Much stronger than a Margarita (25%) or Negroni (24%), similar to a Sazerac (35%). It's essentially enjoying whiskey nearly straight.
Old Fashioned Ingredients
- 45ml - Bourbon Whiskey
- 1 - Sugar cube
- 3dash - Angostura bitters
Old Fashioned Recipe
- Place 1 sugar cube, 2–3 dashes of Angostura bitters, and a splash of water in an old fashioned glass.
- Stir well with a bar spoon to dissolve the sugar.
- Fill the glass with ice and pour in 45ml of whiskey.
- Gently stir and garnish with an orange peel or cherry.
Try it straight without ice, or adjust the amount of bitters to your taste.
Old Fashioned Taste
The Old Fashioned opens with bourbon's rich vanilla and caramel notes filling the palate.
Angostura bitters' herbal and spice notes then add complex depth, while the sugar cube's subtle sweetness gently softens the whiskey's intensity.
Overall robust yet balanced, highly recommended for those who prefer dry, strong flavors over sweet cocktails.
Old Fashioned History
The Old Fashioned was born in 1880s America as the "original cocktail." As new ingredients began being added to cocktails, traditionalist customers requested drinks made "the old fashioned way," giving it its name.
It's considered the purest form of "cocktail" as first defined in an 1806 New York newspaper: spirit, sugar, water, and bitters.
The TV series "Mad Men" sparked a 2000s revival when protagonist Don Draper frequently enjoyed it, making it one of the most ordered classic cocktails in bars worldwide today.
