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Perfect Smoked Old Fashioned Recipe with Orange Peel

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A classic Old Fashioned cocktail enhanced with a smoky twist using a smoking gun and fresh orange peel, delivering a balanced and unforgettable flavor experience.

Ingredients

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  • 2 oz Bourbon Whiskey (e.g., Buffalo Trace or Maker’s Mark)
  • 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
  • 1/4 oz Simple Syrup (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 large strip Orange Peel, fresh and thick
  • Ice (large cubes or spheres preferred)
  • Small amount of Wood Chips for Smoking (applewood or cherry wood recommended)

Instructions

  1. Place a large ice cube or sphere into your Old Fashioned glass to slow dilution and keep the drink cool.
  2. In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz bourbon, 2 dashes Angostura bitters, and 1/4 oz simple syrup. Stir gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
  3. Use a peeler or paring knife to cut a thick strip of orange peel about 2 inches long. Hold it over the mixing glass and twist to release oils onto the drink surface.
  4. Strain the mixture over the ice in the prepared glass.
  5. Place the glass into a shallow bowl or cover with a glass dome. Use a smoking gun to fill the glass with smoke from applewood or cherry wood chips. Let it sit for 30-45 seconds to absorb the smoky aroma.
  6. Remove the smoke chamber, express the orange peel oils over the drink again, and drop the peel in as garnish.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy while the aromas are fresh and flavors lively.

Notes

Use large ice cubes or spheres to slow dilution. Do not over-smoke; 30-45 seconds is ideal to avoid bitterness. Stir gently instead of shaking to preserve flavor. Fresh orange peel oils are key for brightness. Clean your smoking gun regularly to avoid burnt residue flavors.

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