Wildest Dreams Old Fashioned
This Old Fashioned variation is a sophisticated and slightly brooding drink, perfect for capturing the intense, cinematic romance of 'Wildest Dreams.' It’s a stirred and boozy concoction that promises a future as rich and deep as its flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Aged Rum
- 0.25 oz Demerara Syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
- 1 dash Orange Bitters
Instructions
- Combine aged rum, demerara syrup, Angostura bitters, and orange bitters in a mixing glass.
- Add a large ice cube or several regular ice cubes.
- Stir well for about 30 seconds, until properly chilled and diluted.
- Strain into a rocks glass over a large, fresh ice cube.
- Garnish with a brandied cherry and a flamed orange peel.
Glassware: Rocks Glass
Garnish: Brandied cherry and a flamed orange peel.
History
Rooted in the classic Old Fashioned, this rendition swaps the traditional whiskey for a rich aged rum, lending a deeper, more exotic character. Named after Taylor Swift's 'Wildest Dreams,' it evokes the song's sweeping, dramatic romance, making it an ideal choice for a wedding signature drink with a touch of old-school glamour.