How I Make an Old Fashioned | the ONE cocktail you must know

We're going back to the original cocktail! In this video, I make an old fashioned. With numerous variations, every bartender’s old fashioned varies from the next. Here’s a recipe I love.
For more on the topic, I recommend the book
THE OLD FASHIONED, by Robert Simonson.
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Cheers!
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TIME STAMPS
Intro: 0:00
The Booze: 1:59
The Recipe: 2:34
Sips & Sign Off: 4:36
THE RECIPE
2 oz. (60 ml) Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch Bourbon
0.25 oz. (7.5 ml) rich Demerara syrup*
4 dashes Angostura bitters
1 small piece of orange
Orange and cocktail cherry for garnish
*RICH DEMERARA SYRUP RECIPE
In a small sauce pan, combine 2 parts Demerara sugar and 1 part water. Stir over heat until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.
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[@AndersErickson]

Hey everyone! I realize the E.H. Taylor is quite pricey - it's gone up significantly in recent days (I can't even find it anymore). Just a quick note that you do not have to use this; use your favorite bourbon/whiskey (Very Old Barton is an affordable higher proof alternative). You do want a relatively decent spirit as it is a simple cocktail, but use what works for you! Your drink, your bottle, your choice. Cheers 🥃😊✌️

[@bostonshakerbarmooloolaba7591]

Yep, just checked it out on line here in Australia & it's $299 a bottle. Wow.... might try a different one! Thanks for sharing, just got a new subscriber.

[@DasFlashyMan]

As someone who also loves to use EHT Small Batch in old fashioneds, John J Bowman Single Barrel is a nice substitute and may be easier to find for a lot of people. It's not any cheaper ($50 where I'm at compared to $45 for the EHT), but it tastes pretty close to EHT and the other Buffalo Trace mash bill #1 stuff.

[@paulhue86]

I have found that "loud" spirits make better foundations for cocktails, rather than spirits that are easy to sip. E H Taylor is a very nice sipper all on its own; I would expect it to deflate a bit adding even unrefined sugar. I find reliable success using spirits that are at least a bit rough to sip on their own, and when combined into a cocktail, calm down nicely just enough to support the cocktail.

[@lelenbates3367]

I picked up a bottle a Stagg Jr when I was was working in MS and saw it on the shelf in a hole in the wall liqueur store. It is 132.3 proof aka 66.15% abv and it was horrible, meaty, and musky when I tried to sip it and and did not do well with water. I looked up what to use it for and found an old fashioned as the only suggestion. This whiskey makes the best old fashioned I have ever had, big bold, and full of flavor. i luckily found another bottle as a backup, but my favorite cocktail bourbon is Evan Williams Bottled in Bond 100 proof which I recently saw on sale for $12.98 in PA, but can normally be found for around $16. It is a tasty bourbon and I would definitely pay double it's asking price, it is great also for a whiskey sour.

[@DasFlashyMan]

@@lelenbates3367 Anyone who uses Evan Williams Bottled in Bond is okay by me. One of the best values in bourbon along with Wild Turkey 101

[@Felixthecat888]

I was at a bar once, and I heard an older gentleman order an old fashioned. While waiting, he looked straight at me and said "I'm so old, when I first started drinking, these were just called fashioned's". I'll never forget that joke.

[@carlomorales9348]

I cannot wait to use this on younger folks when I get old

[@awedamnitscam84]

Hilarious😂

[@scottmroberts]

Genius. Still laughing.

[@JulieWallis1963]

I’m old enough to use this joke, and I shall. I’m lounging on my sofa, in pain, having just had some fairly invasive and very painful surgery. (Nothing serious, just fixing a broken nose and deviated septum) but I’m on a Caribbean cruise in less than a month and I shall be drinking lots . I will definitely use this joke.

[@censusgary]

That joke is as old as the drink itself. Mind you, I’m not complaining; I love me a classic joke.

[@nvsportscards7199]

Got fixated on the clock in the background. Stuck at 5, because 'it's always 5 o'clock somewhere' Nice touch. Subbed.

[@meshiemeshmesh]

What does it mean ?

[@nvsportscards7199]

@@meshiemeshmesh People usually start drinking after 5pm. The clock is stuck at 5, meaning, it's always time to drink.

[@marasd]

good catch haha

[@rsolsjo]

I don't even drink alcohol, but I love passionate people on KZbin sharing their knowledge and passion.

[@karlhungus1569]

Enjoying one now, followed your recipe to the letter, including made my own Demerara syrup. Best old fashioned I’ve ever had. Seriously. Thanks Anders, a home run!

[@eiriknordahl5112]

It simply does not get better than this!! the Demerara syrup ( rich ) makes perfection!

[@alexlopez2995]

I've been experimenting with the Old Fashioned lately and what I've found taste the best for me is replacing the sugar cube or demerara with a bar spoon of pure maple syrup. The sweet maple notes with the bourbon is absolutely incredible and now my preferred old fashioned.

[@alfonsomunoz4424]

Alex... THAT is a great idea!

[@HK-fj1si]

Maple syrup is exactly what I was taught at my first bar job, and if you have a smoke gun I can’t recommend it enough

[@MrMelonMan96]

I have to try that cause I don't make cocktails often enough to go around making batches of simple syrup

[@ashevillebrewerssupply1235]

Going home to try this right now.

[@michaelsharma-crawford7299]

I’ve used maple syrup that’s been aged in bourbon barrels.

[@therobbieunited]

This looks like a seriously underrated channel

[@inthebag84]

Yeah, this is my first video I've watched, and I was thinking the same thing. Just became a subscriber!

[@shanedavis22]

It also looks like you seriously need an old fashioned...welcome aboard!

[@simonkeupon]

@@inthebag84 +1

[@MrManualBreathing]

I agree. I guarantee this channel will grow significantly over the next year or so, assuming he keeps putting out good content.

[@gabrielmatichard3962]

yeah agreed i have faith in this channel

[@grafikj1uj1tsu]

I had a little party tonight and used this exact recipe. 100% of my guests who had the old fashioned said it was the best they'd ever had.

[@wmgemmell2833]

My favorite and go-to cocktail. I recently started trying higher proof Bourbons and enjoy the cocktail even more now. Fantastic content and entertainment. Thanks for all the great videos. Definitely deserving of way more subs. Cheers!

[@lukaduke7629]

A drink for any occasion! I could see someone drinking one at breakfast and wouldn’t bat an eye, because I’d be drinking one too.

[@brianpulverenti]

I like this channel because you explain WHY you do each step and include each ingredient. Really makes the video very informative!

[@michaelcrane8]

I’ve been using this recipe for a while and I love it. My dad is a big Old Fashioned fan so I made him one and got him hooked. I told him to watch this video to make his own and then he told all his friends. It’s a massive chain reaction.

[@KarenSchuessler]

I have made a hundred old-fashioneds and always felt it wasn't quite right. Not as good as it was supposed to be. Your recipe is IT!!! Totally awesome and completely satisfying!! I love it! It's all the tweaks and subtle details that make the difference. Thank you, Anders!

[@TheSweetEscapeMUA]

These videos make my heart so happy! Off to go day drink and make this right now! Cheers Anders and Azusa 🤗 for another great video!

[@gazoakleychef]

I want one

[@leahanderson1576]

You must try it. This and Boston Sour is the best ever!!! I think.

[@swankswag]

@@leahanderson1576 anything from Beantown Blows!

[@gd8313]

I just had 4

[@kimmypresley6621]

Same. 🙂

[@user-zy9yg2eu5t]

"I wAnT oNe"

[@ecristofoli]

Wow! I got a lot of compliments on this cocktail. This is a confidence builder for me that I can do these drinks, Thanks, Anders

[@phivewers210]

I find using maple syrup taste so much better than simple syrup for some of the drinks. Thanks for sharing these great cocktail recipes! 🤩

[@sebastianreifberger4116]

I made one with a spoon Demerara-Sugar, three dashes Angostura and 80 ml Rum. I like it.

[@JuanMartinez-gh2tn]

I love a great Old Fashioned! I personally make it differently. I use orange bitters, maple syrup and Makers Mark 46 ! 🔥🔥🔥

[@jasonm1061]

I just bought a bottle of Makers Mark 46 today. Going to be opening it up tomorrow and trying this.

[@Mysoline1111]

@@jasonm1061 how was it

[@aBITofRMO]

Love using maple syrup on my old fashioned !!

[@masontrupe9047]

Same, I use Crown Bourbon Barrel-Aged Maple Syrup and it’s still sweet but really enhances my whisky old fashioned

[@charitysteveboisseau5989]

I don't like Maker's Mark, I prefer Bulleit. But I always use orange bitters and just started using maple syrup, too. Soooo good.

[@musicmotorskate7540]

This definitely one of my go to drinks, but a couple of days ago I watched your rusty nail cocktail video and I'm really enjoying that drink. So simple and so good, but yeah the old fashion is great.

[@svenkuffer4512]

Where i come form, rusty nail is 1/2 tabasco 1/2 vodka

[@brucemacmahon5603]

Tried the black walnut bitters for the first time recently. Brings a really nice nuttiness that compliments the orange.

[@monteay]

I use black label last 10 years , my ultimate favorite

[@andresbarajas2863]

the orange wedge really interesting touch, with NO muddle, have to try that. i always use some orange bitters with the angostura so i get my orange that way, plus i prefer lemon peel to orange so i never have an orange wedge available....ill add the wedge next time instead of orange bitters and see what happens. The high end bourbon or rye for the O.F is crucial, especially bonded or overproof like Col. Taylor. The O.F. is all about bring out the flavor of the spirit, not disguising it - well done.

[@EmilyTrytek]

I googled "old fashion" and this was the 3rd recommended option. I love that this channel has grown so well!

[@kofno]

I had a Rum Old Fashioned for the first time the other day and it was amazing. This is absolutely my favorite cocktail!

[@Shastings1287]

Got suggested this video after subscribing to your channel for the last year or so (I guess I'm running out of backlog!) and I gotta say, this is still a really high quality video, but you can tell that you've been evolving and improving over time! You still maintain the conversational flow you see here, but it's so much more polished, and paced well. Keep up the great work!

[@user-sw7js4jw7v]

your simple "to the bar!" joke, then turn to camera and "are you comin?" got me good. subbed

[@sambethune1007]

Great tutorial. I love making them with a peated whiskey, it's a great addition to the flavour profile.

[@KSTrekker]

I had an old fashioned made for me at a bourbon distillery and this is exactly how they made it. Probably not the most traditional, but the best! I've tried it with rye and bourbon and they're both delicious!

[@russywazabanga8194]

I like the garnish simple but still looks fancy👏🏼

[@Cocktailthoughts]

My favorite! whenever we find any variation of it in any bar we review for our videos I always go for it

[@denyspapushaiev5604]

best cocktail ever! can't live even a day without it

[@MusicNerdMIDI]

This was the first cocktail I made myself and it never disappoints!

[@ottokivikarki320]

Made my first old fashioned with this recipe today and it turned out real good! I used Knob Creek bourbon and Barrel Roll Demerara syrup 🤗

[@jsgoudy]

Knob Creek is the way to go. Using something as good as EH Taylor in a cocktail is almost criminal. That should only be drank neat.

[@cymbelinebritain6799]

My favorite drink. Such simplicity but so good.

[@philfernandez9939]

Got some of the tools from your ‘Tools’ video and made my first cocktail/Old Fashioned. It turned out really good. I’m looking forward to trying out the directional ice making this weekend. I’m looking forward to your future videos and learning to make new cocktails from you!

[@PenPineappleApplePen007]

This looks so good. I usually squeeze orange peel and put it into the glass at the end before I stir. This is the first time I've seen a chunk of orange being used, interesting.

[@bigtip8371]

I've also played around with variations and I've found 2 dashes of Orange bitters in addition is a nice touch as well...

[@tylerarmstrong1380]

This guy knows what he's doing. I do like the classic sugar cube method, but I'm glad he acknowledges how it makes for a drink that gets sweeter as you get to the bottom; for me that's actually a pleasant quality of the drink when made with the cube instead of a syrup. Great recipe though, it's all about the simplicity of enjoying quality ingredients.

[@GenesisAsis_Art]

First drink I've made personally through your recipe and damn it was great. Started making it a few minutes from midnight and lifted the glass to Cheers with family right at 2023. Thanks 🎉

[@warrenjervis7640]

Wow, I watch every one of Ander's videos for 2 years and it started with this one.. and the fact that it has 1.5mil+ views in June 2022 is just awesome. Congrats Anders! (now to go make an Old Fashioned)

[@jessdalton185]

As a bourbon drinker, this is my favorite cocktail. Adding a Luxardo cherry (or two) really puts it over the top! :)

[@JoeOh100]

yup! always two cherries for me also!

[@reedro77]

Watching in 2021 and I see him make an old fashioned with EH Taylor and my heart is skipping beats 😂 Great stuff none the less man! Those bottles are going for hundreds of dollars on the secondary market

[@Jake_venture]

yeah would not be mixing the only bottle of EHT i've managed to find into an old fashioned

[@johngordon2518]

This..

[@Louied616]

I’m new to bartending and I gotta say thank you for the video, this helped me so much!!!! I thought going to the clubs to work was my go to but this is a craft and I’m honestly falling in love with it!!!!! Thank you for the info!!!!!!

[@vittoriabakes]

Maple syrup and black walnut bitters, with either bourbon or rum as your spirit. Soooo delicious. I'd imagine that orange would go great with it as well!

[@eddiejacobs6170]

Stir that up using a cinnamon stick next time, it takes it to another level

[@eddiejacobs6170]

And yes the orange slice does go well

[@DougZbikowski]

I stumbled upon adding a shot of amaretto to the above recipe. Takes the flavor to another level!

[@DougZbikowski]

Evidentially Knob Creek was already on to this. Called it a "New Fashioned".. www.knobcreek.com/our-cocktails/new-fashioned/

[@hammer911tube]

It would be a Godfather/Old Fashioned then:)

[@rokhpaperscissors1349]

Just hit my recommended today. Personal favorite old fashioned recently is Smith & Cross rum, Angostura, and honey syrup. Go heavy on the Angostura. Smith & Cross is a Jamaican style rum and the funky ripe banana aroma/flavor of the rum really appreciates being rounded out with some sweetness and bitterness. Like spiced banana bread in a glass, but in the cleanest possible way.

[@word42069]

I’ve got a decent little selection of rum at this point (including Smith&Cross as well as Appleton Estate) and will have to give it a try. Can’t say I had too much of an appreciation for good rum until my Jamaican roommate in college gifted me a great little bottle. Love love love the banana funk it can offer and it is essential in the Tiki realm. I’m a rye & bourbon man at heart but I’ve never met a cocktail I didn’t like and Mai Tai’s, Painkillers, etc. are always welcome escapes for me.

[@VenerableBede2510]

That’s dynamite

[@leighbrowne8863]

Watched all of your videos now. Great channel, looking forward to the next one. Take care

[@jamieorton6809]

Thanks for this. Recipe really works and great to have the measurements to use as a base.

[@tomjodis8670]

I started asking for Old Fashions back in late 2019 when out for the evening with my wife - who prefers a good Chardonnay or a Gin and Tonic - then Covid hit and we were stuck at home - then I had to try to recreate what I would get when out at a good bar. Have experimented with a number of whiskeys, bourbons, and rye. Tried a variety of sugars, ice, oranges, cherries, and bitters. Finally settled on Four Roses for my bourbon. I make my own simple syrup with organic cane sugar - 2 parts - one part water, and once it has simmered for 15 minutes I add in orange peels to get a small flavor of orange in my simple syrup. Let that simmer for 15-20 minutes - then strain into a bottle - cap it and put it in the fridge. I use Angostura bitters - just two shakes - and the Luxardo cherries. I do muddle the simple syrup with the bitters and the cherries - add my block ice and pour the bourbon over the ice - stir to get it good and cold and sip away. Great job explaining the technique and why each step is important to get it right. And appreciate that you urge us to experiment - since we all have different tastes and what makes a great drink is purely up to who is drinking.

[@JoelyPera]

Thanks for sharing your recipe! Gonna make it for Father's Day!

[@tomjodis8670]

@@JoelyPera Good luck - let me know how it turns out. Drink well.

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Tom! Love the recipe and your process. Cheers!

[@mikev.2945]

I like this method and will try it, thank you! Also, I cannot even think of having an Old Fashioned or Manhattan without Luxardo cherries..

[@jonathanwilliams1974]

The orange syrup is a nice touch. Well done.

[@marvazevedo]

Made a few today for a friend and my wife. Used Buffalo Trace , and it was delicious. This channel has been a revelation for me, and has reawakened my desire to create tasty cocktails. Thank you

[@ait9496]

I had an old fashion for the first time about 2 weeks ago, and I loved it 🥰 i will be making my own at home, thanks for the video

[@dims4627]

Something about this recipe is so right, this is by far my favourite now, thank you. You have my subscription ^^

[@ev0nka_]

Crazy how i went from slinging drinks as a bartender in a sports bar to really appreciating the art of creating a cocktail.i love a good old fashioned! tonight i went out and i ordered one ..i got a glass full of ice and whisky lol yours look amazing cant wait to try this

[@Louied616]

So I’m new to bartending and I thought going to the clubs was going to be my go to but this is effing amazing!!!! It’s a craft and I’m starting to love it even more!!!!!

[@MasterYourGlass]

I have never had one. I am thinking the “no wash” version would be right up my alley.

[@AsTheOceansBurn]

I had some fresh peaches when I made one with brown sugar. That’s been a favorite combo while I experimented with different whiskeys. 🤙🏽

[@krazyk86cu]

Thanks for this! I’ve been struggling to make an Old Fashioned for myself that I enjoyed. This recipe did the trick. Delicious!

[@danieldiaz6075]

Why does KZbin recommend this to me at 9:00am. Now I want a cocktail!

[@jpallen719]

I have actually used a heavily reduced maple syrup that I tapped myself in place of the sugar and it is awesome….

[@user-hj6hr3fv2k]

Really delicious! Made it for the first time in my life. Thank You😊

[@weewid6839]

i'm starting a bar now ! i'm a chef but always wanted to learn about cocktails. I guess now is the time to start.

[@johnwilliams3075]

I've had good luck using agave syrup for the sweetener, and I've even used maple syrup during the winter months for an interesting flavor. Ryes work well for these too. I've also gotten in the habit of using a dash or two of Fee Brothers orange bitters instead of the orange slice since it gives that very nice orange kick while keeping the drink totally clear and un-clouded.

[@firebirdlover4460]

I use agave syrup too. Tastes great

[@rothritter]

I used to use just maple and recently tried raw organic agave nectar. It surprised me and was much better than I was expecting. Another tool in my arsenal.

[@neukin]

agave syrup is the way

[@paulash1770]

Anders, lately, instead of sugar or simple syrup, I've been using the ginger syrup that I learned how to make from your channel, and frankly, it's my new favorite Old Fashioned

[@rcwilson6106]

That sounds awesome. Thanks for the inadvertent tip!

[@jesswade165]

Cannot wait to try this recipe!

[@jaredbeebe8362]

Mad props for mentioning the mezcal old fashioned! I swap in agave syrup and orange bitters in mine, and the smokiness is lovely. 🙂🍊

[@maggieprobst1200]

I love using a good maple syrup in my old fashioneds. It has that slight burnt sugar taste. So good.

[@globalnova]

oooh i must try this

[@msjones3792]

You try that with a smokey old fashion, it would be amazing!

[@ledflaplin2001]

Brandy Old Fashioned’s are a Wisconsin staple. The crazy part is Wisconsin drinks more brandy (amongst other libations) more than any state in the union. Had to show a bartender in Seattle how we make them here in Wisconsin. He loved it!!! Great channel!!!

[@TheBlomberFactory]

For some reason everyone started muddling the orange in cherry. I hear it happened in the 90s when TGIF style bars started getting more popular. They shifted all these drinks making them more sweet

[@mikea1127]

Knowing how to make a great cocktail is a must have skill.

[@patrickdaugharty7475]

Fantastic! I think this will be my drink for the summer of 2021. Thank God I kept my giant round ice cube mold.

[@malakhthefallen]

Anders, thank you for this video. I grew up in a Scots Irish family where Whiskey, or (Whisky if you asked my grandmother) was a bit of a religion. And when I came of age, we drank it neat and as kind of a tradition obsessed guy, I never really deviated from that. I'm 52 now and a writer and do a bit of traveling and the idea of having a go to cocktail intrigues me. Your explanations and reasonings for your choices made all the difference for me and I am going to give this one a try, both here at home and next time I am out. Thanks again and I will pop back to let you know what I think.

[@myksmith]

I have whisky in both forms, and both are amazing. Just don't use your fancy single cask / single malts for Old Fashioneds. The subtleties of a fine whisky will get dampened, but a high quality blend is perfect. (Low quality whisky is never worth it. ;) Also, although my primary drink is an amazing single malt, when I go for an old fashioned, I prefer a bourbon.

[@alangeorgebarstow]

Your grandmother was spot-on and knew what she was talking about. Whisky (no 'e') is reserved for proper Scotch, especially the unimprovable single malts, i.e. the best spirit on the planet. "Whiskey" (with a 'e') is reserved for all those lesser spirits that are from anywhere but Scotland.

[@RobGraham048]

got to love a good bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillers. in my hometown of Frankfort KY.

[@omniton4106]

Whenever I need a solid classic recipe, Anders is where I go to get the dope. I make a ton of cocktails, but this damn drink I always struggle making. Thanks Anders!

[@markwoldin162]

Great job, Ander. A life well spent.

[@jasonmartin7829]

Agave nectar (dark) is a great sweetener, as it give a hint of that caramel note and is much more reliable and dissolvable.

[@mitchellthurner5980]

The secret to my favorite old fashioned (at least when I make my own) is a lemon peel instead of orange. I'm always amazed at how much more I like it

[@brianbrettel567]

New to your channel and I made this old fashioned last night. It was amazing!! Love your channel. Thank you

[@fxtrtwhsky]

This is a really underrated channel. Just got subscribed! Going through the rest of the recipes.

[@notahotshot]

I was recently at a restaurant that has a bar. Apparently the "bartender" was actually not a bartender. She was a waitress who was taught how to make the items from the drinks menu. I ordered an old fashioned, and had to teach them how to make it. I just showed them this video. It turned out great, and they learned a new cocktail.

[@Daniel-tj6mc]

LOL ive been thrown in that situation as a waiter and thats why im here.

[@gretchengeorge5302]

Congrats to you. Now you’re a bartender.

[@rw5622]

I mean that's what a bartender is. You don't have to be like this guy and transform your whole persona, clothes, tattoos, and facial hair to look like a typical hipster bartender. Just KZbin some drinks recipes and give it a shot with some friends.

[@a-aron4tw849]

I bet she REALLY appreciated you telling her how to do her job

[@marks.3303]

@@rw5622 Feel better now?

[@Psykel]

Sugar doesn’t dissolve very well in alcohol, so I usually pour 5ml or so cold water on the sugar cube before muddling. Waaaay more effektive than saturating it in bitters. Then it’s a few dashes of Angostura and orange bitters and 60ml rye. Then I finish with some orange peel, and if I don’t have that I shave some nutmeg on top.

[@calebhodges62]

Great production! Also, thank you for not muddling fruit in it.

[@robertdukes4420]

Showed my wife this video and what she caught something I’d missed. She loved that you explained why you were using that particular brand of Bourbon but then went on to say, but you use whatever you would like to. Refreshing not to be told you need this small batch $$$ bourbon! ;) Thoroughly enjoyed hearing the history and watching you make it. Think we’re going to do an evening of making cocktails here in London with you as our guide! 🎉🎉

[@Indubidably0]

I use maple syrup in place of the sugar cube. Knob Creek is my personal favorite bourbon to use.

[@Saphire_Throated_Carpenter_Ant]

I could see that as long as its real maple syrup and not maple flavoured corn syrup.

[@Indubidably0]

@@Saphire_Throated_Carpenter_Ant Absolutely.

[@AM-hf9kk]

That demerara syrup has me wondering if Molasses would be good...

[@Indubidably0]

@@AM-hf9kk ooo that's a good idea.

[@Astral_Alchemist]

That sounds really good! I've been thinking of using ginger syrup to add a bit of a twist in the flavour

[@seeburgm100a]

Been making old fashions for 42 years.. taught by old timer. For most applications large ice isn't possible and not even thought of when the old fashioned was invented. Simple syrup is almost always the way to go, we always muddled the fruit (orange slice and cherry) with the bitters on top after putting simple syrup in the glass. Top with ice fill with whisky, serve. Never ever had a complaint, but did receive many compliments.

[@msjones3792]

It definitely taste better when muddled with raw sugar cubes, you're cheating yourself. I do muddled the orange n cherry with the sugar cube, that's does enhance the flavor

[@johnfudge8393]

“That’s the way we’ve always done it” is literally the worst reason for doing it that way. And Demerara syrup is the way to go because it’s thicker than simple syrup (2 parts sugar to 1 part water as opposed to simple which is even parts) so it maintains the consistency of the drink better. Also, Imo cherries are for manhattans not old fashioned, but if you are gonna use it never ever muddle it- you shouldn’t need that much fruit to cover up the taste of a poorly made cocktail

[@cameronline3780]

@@johnfudge8393 well the name of the drink is literally old fashion. And it’s one of the oldest cocktails which means you should probably make it traditionally to make it the “right way”, the rest are just variations

[@michaelmyers9720]

@@johnfudge8393 It is your opinion, let's just leave it at that.

[@Aujedi]

It’s so funny how everyone thinks their version is the best or right way. Typical bartender banter 😂

[@ReedDailey]

Best old fashion in a minute. Made the syrup with natural sugar cubes, tasted great

[@1926jqg]

I always love a Rye old fashioned, But another really fun one I make is the exact same recipe only using barrel rested gin as the spirit. The flavors of the gin add a lot, and pair well with everything else

[@agustinloera9026]

My family recepie is a completly different story, we mix two teaspoons of white sugar, with a little of marrasquino cherry syrup, four Angostura dashes, ice cubes, 2 oz of bourbon and on the top we put two orange wedges and a marrasquino cherry. We serve it with two cut straws and with them we smash and mix everything, having an explotion of delicious flavors. We just love it.

[@petmycat2720]

Correct...Pulp has to be in it muddled.

[@AL-pk2mu]

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[@manowarkill67]

I made about 30 old fashions the other night with added maple syrup (for the holiday boost) and this is almost the exact recipe i used, I do like to add just a splash of soda though. I also never pulverise, I just muddle for the juice and essence.

[@sarahdee374]

I wonder how this eould be using date syrup instead of the sugar syrup or maple syrup? Date syrup has a nice slightly caramel flavor.

[@phillymon75]

Excellent process! I am gonna try this as old fashioned is my fave! Keep up the cool vids!

[@davidgokey1763]

Simple, yet so good. Love the channel, thanks for the inspiration. Made mine Angels Envy, but going to try a more daily sipper next time.

[@yanivhay]

My fav variation of Old Fashioned: Rye + Quantreau (or Triple Sec if not available) + Angostura Bitters. Perfection. The Quantreau (or triple sec) takes the sugar+orange role, and it's easy and delicious.

[@stevenharris811]

Agree! Thats also my go to receipt

[@FreakyFraser1]

The best Old Fashioned I've ever had was in The Fairmont Hotel in Montreal, Canada. They used a mix of Barbados Rum and Bourbon (plus simple syrup & bitters). Absolutely fantastic. Had 3 before I knew what hit me lol. Definitely interested in trying it with your simple syrup.

[@willharding8319]

That is not an old fashioned.

[@Deathdodger100]

Made my first Old fashioned with recipe. Love the homemade syrup tip.

[@camel1117]

Love your channel Anders and have spread the word to my friends. My wife and I were staying at the Herrington Inn & Spa (Geneva IL) and they served what they called "The Oldest Old Fashion" and it is awesome. They gave me the recipe: 2 oz Bullet Bourbon, 3/4 oz Helgolander Dampfwerk & 4 dashes Orange bitters. The Helgolander Dampfwerk liqueur replaces the sugar (it is both sweet and provides a bitterness) and just makes the drink. It just amazes me how the bitters change a drink. Garnish was an orange slice and cherry. After a major effort to find the liqueur I am now making these at home and can't recommend this version enough. Keep up the posts, I really enjoy your presentations.

[@TecToss]

That's my favorite cocktail; it is very easy to make and can be varied with different bitters or a squeeze of orange. Second it lasts a long time and really brings out the layers of flavor in a bourbon over the time you sip it. And the dark golden brown color is just to pretty. I use brown sugar and a tiny splash of water for mine, just cause I have that around anyways. For the bourbon I like "Woodford Reserve"; don't like it pure, but in the old fashioned the caramel notes I get with the brown sugar are just delicious.

[@declinox]

I just came across this video and am enjoying one made the same way you described... I made the syrup with light brown sugar, Angostura bitters, Woodford Reserve, and one of those little 'Halos' oranges (which had been sitting around a while so I could call them 'aged'). This one is great, but I'm looking forward to trying one with maple syrup.

[@LeganArabach]

Just had one at Hershey Park. It featured peanut butter whiskey and a rye for the spirits, then a Reese's cup and cherry for the sweetness, bitters unknown but they were in there. The peanut butter whiskey had it's own sweetness and really worked well with an otherwise dry cocktail. I highly recommend anyone try it if they make it out that way.

[@shariwuebben7280]

I had one at a bar in Chicago, alled a peanut butter cup old fashioned. Rye, peanut butter whiskey, cream. De cacao instead of imple syrup, and chocolate bitters!

[@Dasalsim]

Well I'm subbed, love the energy and the informative nature.

[@Brockthedog315]

Really great instruction. Enjoyable. Thank you.

[@markwarling3636]

The traditional drink on Day 1, maybe Day 2 of our yearly Algonquin Park canoe/portage route. So good in the backwoods. Day 1 we have ice!!! "What could possibly go wrong with an Old Fashioned?|" Thanks Jim Backus!!!

[@9019dd]

I make an Old Fashioned the way dear old Dad made an Old Fashioned. It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World.

[@brettthornsberry7169]

Such a great presence. Educational, honest, masterful. Instantly subbed.

[@joshuaborja3926]

literally my thoughts exactly lol also instant subbed

[@AdamMooreenforcelight]

Tried it tonight. It. Was. Amazing!

[@donaldbest1295]

My Goodness! I've never seen such a presentation giving history and respect to a part of our wonderful drinking culture. Ok... subscribed! Thanks.