Cherry Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe

A Cherry Old Fashioned is a rich, fruity twist on the classic whiskey cocktail that perfectly balances sweet, tart cherry notes with the warmth of bourbon.

Ingredients

• 2 oz Bourbon

• ½ oz Cherry liqueur (such as Cherry Heering) or cherry syrup (from a jar of Luxardo cherries)

• 1 dash Angostura bitters

• 1 dash Orange bitters

• Ice (large cubes are best)

Garnish: A Luxardo cherry or fresh pitted cherry

Instructions

• Combine ingredients: Add the bourbon, cherry liqueur/syrup, Angostura bitters, and orange bitters to a mixing glass.

• Add ice: Fill the mixing glass with ice.

• Stir: Stir the mixture gently for about 20 to 30 seconds until it is well-chilled.

• Strain: Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass over a fresh, large ice cube.

• Garnish: Skewer a cherry and place it on top of the drink.