Old-Fashioned Bliss

Name: Old-Fashioned Bliss
Prep time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon superfine sugar; 2 to 3 dashes bitters (Angostura or Whiskey Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned Bitters); 2 ounces bourbon or rye whiskey; Orange slice and/or Luxardo cocktail cherry for garnish (optional)

The Old-Fashioned Bliss cocktail is a classic, timeless drink known for its perfect balance of whiskey, sugar, and aromatic bitters. This crowd-pleasing cocktail embodies simplicity and sophistication, making it a go-to choice for whiskey enthusiasts and cocktail connoisseurs alike.

Old-Fashioned Bliss

A timeless and perfectly balanced cocktail featuring whiskey, sugar, and bitters.

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Prep Time 5 mins

Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

1 teaspoon superfine sugar
2 to 3 dashes bitters (Angostura or Whiskey Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned Bitters)
2 ounces bourbon or rye whiskey
Orange slice and/or Luxardo cocktail cherry for garnish (optional)

Instructions

In a mixing glass, combine whiskey, bitters, and sugar.
Add several large ice cubes and stir rapidly with a bar spoon to chill.
Strain the mixture into a rocks glass with fresh ice.
Garnish with a slice of orange and/or a cherry, if desired.