The Old Fashioned is my favorite classic cocktail. I love ordering it when I go out to eat, and I often make it at home too. I’ve tried several options for Old Fashioned Mix (also known as Old Fashioned Simple Syrup), and after some research, I strongly believe that the most delicious mix you can use is homemade.
This recipe is easy and can be mixed well and enjoyed in the fridge for weeks (or even months). Having this mix on hand allows you to mix cocktails quickly and with less mess. Simply mix with spirit, shake, and pour over ice.
related: If you’re already making homemade syrups, why not try our recipes for Homemade Margarita Mix , Homemade Sour Mix , Classic Old Fashioned Simple Syrup , and Mint Simple Syrup?!
traditional mix ingredients
- granulated sugar
- water
- freshly squeezed clementine juice
- maraschino cherry
- cinnamon stick
- aromatic and orange bitters
How to make simple old-fashioned syrup
Combine 3 cups sugar, 2 cups water, and 1 cup freshly squeezed clementine juice in a saucepan. with 5 clementines citrus juice hand press Juice them.
Next, add 5 maraschino cherries, halved and cored. Add one cinnamon stick. Boil the mixture over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved in the water.
Then remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool and let the flavors infuse for an hour.
After the ingredients have soaked for an hour, add them. aromatic and orange bitters. I used about 50 drops in each bottle, but you can also measure out 1/2 tablespoon for each bitter type.
use. fine mesh strainer and funnel Transfer the syrup to a glass bottle. i used this bottle set For me.
As a finishing touch, you can use: rubber stamp Create a label like I did. This is especially useful if you’re preparing a party where guests will serve themselves, or if you’re making multiple types of syrup.
Tips for mixing old fashion
- To mix an Old Fashioned using this recipe, combine 2 ounces of high-quality bourbon and 1 ounce of mix. Stir and pour big ice Served in a whiskey glass.
- Garnish the drink with an orange wedge and a maraschino cherry.
- If you are looking for glass products that are perfect for old fashion, This glass is perfect for whiskey cocktails.
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FAQ
FAQ
What does an Old Fashioned taste like?
An Old Fashioned is a sweet cocktail made with bourbon or rye. A forward-looking spirit (alcoholic) with orange and cherry flavors.
How long does homemade simple syrup last?
Homemade simple syrups like this recipe will keep in the refrigerator for at least a month. It is often used for several months. If it becomes cloudy, crystallized, or tastes different, it’s time to replace it.
homemade old fashioned mix
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material
- 3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cup water
- 1 cup freshly squeezed clementine juice 5 clementine oranges
- 5 maraschino cherry
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 tablespoon aromatic bitters
- 1/2 tablespoon orange bitters
Instructions
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In a saucepan, combine 3 cups sugar, 2 cups water, and 1 cup freshly squeezed clementine juice (I used 5 clementines and 1 cup). citrus juice hand press Juice them.
Next, add 5 maraschino cherries, halved and cored. Add one cinnamon stick. Boil the mixture over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved in the water.
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Then remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool and let the flavors infuse for an hour.
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After the ingredients have soaked for an hour, add them. aromatic and orange bitters. I used about 50 drops in each bottle, but you can also measure out 1/2 tablespoon for each bitter type.
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use. fine mesh strainer A funnel for transferring the syrup to a glass bottle. i used this bottle set For me. As a finishing touch, you can also use rubber stamps to create labels like I did.
This is especially useful if you’re preparing a party where guests will serve themselves or if you’re making multiple types of syrup.
Precautions
- If you don’t have clementines, you can substitute oranges.
- Omit the cocktail bitters from this mix recipe if you would like to add them separately to each drink.
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Source: A Beautiful Mess – abeautifulmess.com
