The High Roller Old Fashioned
Scaled for 8 servings. A robust Old Fashioned, where the deep notes of bourbon meet rich demerara and a surprising hint of chocolate, perfect for contemplation between hands.
Ingredients
- 16 oz Bourbon
- 4 oz Demerara Syrup
- 16 dashes Angostura Bitters
- 8 dashes Chocolate Bitters
Instructions
- Combine bourbon, demerara syrup, Angostura bitters, and chocolate bitters in a large mixing pitcher or two standard mixing glasses.
- Add plenty of ice and stir vigorously for about 30 seconds, or until well-chilled and properly diluted. Stir in batches if necessary.
- Fill 8 rocks glasses with a large ice cube.
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared glasses.
- Express the oils from a large orange peel over each drink, then drop it into the glass.
Glassware: Rocks Glass
Garnish: Large expressed orange peel
History
The Old Fashioned is the progenitor of all cocktails, a simple yet profound blend of spirit, sugar, and bitters. This version elevates the classic with a richer demerara syrup and a hint of chocolate bitters, adding a layer of complexity and depth that truly stands out.