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Smoked Old Fashioned Recipe

Published: August 22, 2025 Prep Time: About 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: About 10 minutes Serves: 1 Difficulty: Easy Category: Beverage Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 1/4 ounce simple syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 dash orange bitters
  • 1 orange peel
  • 1 maraschino cherry
  • Wood chips for smoking
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, combine bourbon, simple syrup, and bitters
  2. Add ice and stir for 30 seconds
  3. Strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice
  4. Using a smoking gun or smoker, add wood chips
  5. Cover glass with a lid or plastic wrap
  6. Smoke for 30-60 seconds
  7. Remove cover and garnish with orange peel and cherry
  8. Serve immediately

Special Notes

This smoked old fashioned adds a unique smoky flavor to the classic cocktail. The wood chips can be hickory, apple, or cherry for different flavor profiles. The key is not to over-smoke the drink to prevent it from becoming too bitter. You can customize this recipe by using different types of bourbon or adding different bitters. This cocktail is perfect for special occasions and pairs well with grilled meats or desserts.

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