It’s traditionally prepared by muddling sugar with bitters, then adding whiskey—usually bourbon or rye—and finishing with an orange peel or cherry garnish. The drink is admired for its straightforward preparation and its ability to showcase the character of the whiskey itself.
Ingredients
• 60 ml bourbon or rye whiskey
• 1 sugar cube (or 1 tsp sugar)
• 2–3 dashes Angostura bitters
• Few drops water
• Orange peel
Instructions
1. Muddle sugar, bitters, and water.
2. Add whiskey and ice.
3. Stir 20–30 seconds.
4. Express orange peel over the glass.
