Amaretto Old Fashioned
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Bourbon whiskey — 45 ml (1 1/2 oz)
- Amaretto — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
- Angostura bitters — 2 dashes
Method
- Add all ingredients to a rocks glass with a large ice cube.
- Stir until well chilled.
- Express the orange peel over the drink and drop it in.
- Garnish with a cocktail cherry.
Description: An Old Fashioned variant that swaps sugar syrup for a small measure of amaretto, adding a nutty sweetness to the bourbon base.
Cultural Background: A modern craft-cocktail adaptation of the classic Old Fashioned format, using amaretto's natural sweetness in place of a separate sugar element.
Tips: Keep the amaretto measure modest — it's meant to season the bourbon, not dominate it.
Variations: A dash of orange bitters alongside the Angostura adds extra complexity.
Serving Suggestion: Serve over one large ice cube for slow, controlled dilution.
Nutrition: Approx. 195 kcal per serving
FAQs:
Q: Does the amaretto overpower the bourbon?
A: Not at this ratio — it's a gentle seasoning against the bourbon's dominant flavor, not an equal partner. Beer Cocktails *8 recipes*
- Bourbon whiskey — 45 ml (1 1/2 oz)
- Amaretto — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
- Angostura bitters — 2 dashes
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