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Maple Old Fashioned Recipe

Published: June 21, 2025 Prep Time: About 5 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: About 5 minutes Serves: 1 Difficulty: Easy Category: Beverage Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 1/2 ounce maple syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 dash orange bitters
  • 1 orange peel
  • 1 maraschino cherry
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, combine bourbon, maple syrup, and bitters
  2. Add ice and stir for 30 seconds
  3. Strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice
  4. Express orange peel over the drink
  5. Garnish with orange peel and cherry
  6. Serve immediately

Special Notes

This maple old fashioned adds a sweet, autumnal twist to the classic cocktail. The maple syrup provides a rich, natural sweetness that complements the bourbon. The key is using good quality maple syrup for the best flavor. You can customize this recipe by using different types of bourbon or adding different bitters. This cocktail is perfect for fall evenings or when you want a sophisticated drink with a sweet twist.

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