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An Old Fashioned-style stirred whiskey drink that adds Maraschino's cherry-almond nuance to the standard bitters-and-bourbon formula, lifting it into something slightly more floral and aromatic. A subtle variation that rewards those who know the classic.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ozBourbon
  • 1 tspMaraschino Liqueur
  • 2 dashOrange Bitters
  • 1 dashAngostura Bitters

Preparation

stirred · cocktail glass · none

  1. 1.

    add

    Combine bourbon, maraschino, and both bitters in a mixing glass with ice.

  2. 2.

    stir

    Stir for 25–30 seconds until well chilled.

  3. 3.

    strain

    Strain into a chilled coupe or over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.

Flavor Profile

spiced
38%
body
36%
sweet
29%
funky
19%
heat
18%
smoky
17%