Do you enjoy a classic old fashioned? Try this winter version! The addition of rosemary and maple brown sugar simple syrup brings a warm, cozy twist to this timeless cocktail. Each sip offers a smooth, velvety flavor, with the rosemary adding an earthy note that enhances the experience. This drink is delightful on its own, but it’s even better when shared with friends or family by the fireplace. We recently enjoyed it as a perfect nightcap after a hearty dinner.
INGREDIENTS
Maple Brown Sugar Simple Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 3/4 cup 100% pure maple syrup
Old Fashioned
- 1 1/2 oz bourbon
- 3/4 oz maple brown sugar simple syrup
- 5-6 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 large ice cube
- 1 sprig of rosemary
- 1 orange twist (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
Maple Brown Sugar Simple Syrup
- In a saucepan, combine water, dark brown sugar, and maple syrup.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove it from the heat.
- Once the sugar has fully dissolved, transfer the syrup to a jar with a lid and let it cool in the refrigerator.
Old Fashioned
- Place a large ice cube in a whiskey glass.
- Add the Angostura bitters to the glass.
- Pour the maple brown sugar simple syrup and bourbon over the ice, then stir the ingredients together.
- Garnish with a sprig of rosemary and an optional twist of orange. Enjoy!
RECIPE NOTES
Dark brown sugar contains molasses, giving this simple syrup a thicker, silkier texture and richer flavor.
