Smoked Old Fashioned
An elevated take on the classic Old Fashioned that adds wood smoke for depth and complexity, creating a sophisticated sensory experience.
- 2 ozbourbon
- ¼ ozsimple syrup
- 2 dashesangostura bitters
- Orange peel, maraschino cherrygarnish
- 1Add bourbon, simple syrup, and bitters to a mixing glass.
- 2Fill with ice and stir for 20-30 seconds until well chilled.
- 3Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
- 4Using a smoking gun or smoke dome, fill the glass with wood smoke (oak, cherry, or applewood work well).
- 5Cover and let smoke infuse for 30-60 seconds.
- 6Remove cover and garnish with expressed orange peel and a maraschino cherry.
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A craft cocktail evolution that gained popularity in the 2010s as bars began incorporating smoke into their presentations. The technique enhances the natural smoky, spicy notes already present in bourbon aged in charred oak barrels. Various methods exist including smoking guns, smoke domes, and infused ice. The theatrical presentation makes it a showstopper at cocktail bars.
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