
Japanese Old Fashioned
ClassicAn Old Fashioned made with Japanese whisky.
NightcapSpirit-ForwardWarming
3 minEasyStrong
Soft, lightly sweet whisky with warm spice and orange oils. Smooth, elegant, and sippable.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Japanese Whisky
- 0.25 oz Simple Syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
- Orange twist · optional garnish
Method
- 1
Add the whisky, simple syrup, and bitters to a rocks glass with one large cube.
- 2
Stir for 20 to 30 seconds.
- 3
Express an orange twist over the top and drop it in.
The Story
The classic Old Fashioned formula made with Japanese whisky, which tends to be lighter and more delicate than bourbon or rye. It is a modern variation rather than a traditional Japanese drink.
Glass · Rocks glassGarnish · Orange twist