Vodka Old Fashioned
A modern twist on the classic Old Fashioned, the Vodka Old Fashioned replaces the traditional whiskey with vodka, creating a smoother and lighter cocktail that retains the essence of the original.
Equipment
- Mixing glass
- Bar spoon
- Jigger
- Old Fashioned glass
- Strainer
- Peeler
Ingredients
- 2 oz Vodka
- 1/4 oz Simple Syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
- Orange twist for garnish
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Chill the Glass: Start by chilling an Old Fashioned glass. You can do this by filling it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a mixing glass, combine the vodka, simple syrup, and Angostura bitters.
- Add Ice: Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir the mixture for about 30 seconds until well chilled.
- Prepare the Serving Glass: Discard the ice water from the Old Fashioned glass and strain the mixture into the glass over a large ice cube or a few smaller cubes.
- Garnish: Express the oils from an orange twist over the drink and drop it in as a garnish.
- Serve: Enjoy your Vodka Old Fashioned!
Notes
Feel free to experiment with flavored vodkas or different bitters to create unique variations of the Vodka Old Fashioned.