A very easy-to-make variation off of the Old Fashioned cocktail. This recipe is perfect for fall, and will be one of your favorite drinks of all time.
Fall is the best season. There’s no question about it. Crisp air, golden hues, and college football. Nothing embodies the warmth and richness of this season more than a well-crafted cocktail. If your heart beats a little faster at the mention of the classic Old Fashioned, and you have a sweet spot for maple and pecans (two of the greatest autumnal delights), then you’re in for a treat!
Prepare to cozy up with a glass of Maple Pecan Old Fashioned, a perfect symphony of the season’s finest offerings with the timeless embrace of bourbon. If you want to eschew the fall flavors, the Classic Old Fashioned is a fantastic drink. Here’s our take on the Classic Old Fashioned Recipe.
Why Maple and Pecans?
The silky sweetness of maple syrup marries splendidly with the depth of bourbon. Now, throw in the nutty richness of pecans, and you have a match made in autumn heaven. The duo elevates the classic Old Fashioned, making it resonate with the very essence of fall.
Tips:
If you’re keen on upping the pecan flavor, consider infusing your bourbon with toasted pecans. Simply add toasted pecans to your bourbon, let it sit for a few days, and strain. This will give your cocktail a deeper, nuttier edge.
Whiskey Cocktail Variations:
If the Old Fashioned has piqued your interest, why not delve deeper? Here are a few more whiskey cocktail inspirations:
There will be many more fall cocktail ideas coming from this website, so stay tuned!
With these easy steps and a handful of nature’s finest ingredients, the Maple Pecan Old Fashioned is bound to become your go-to fall drink. It’s perfect for those fireside chats, holiday gatherings, or simply when you wish to reminisce about the beauty of autumn. And remember, the world of whiskey cocktails is vast and inviting, so don’t stop exploring!
Maple Pecan Old Fashioned
Equipment
- 1 Cocktail Shaker
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon Woodford Reserve is great here
- ½ oz maple syrup Grade A is best here
- 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
- Orange Twist for zest and garnish
- Toasted Pecans for garnish and flavor
Instructions
- In a mixing glass with ice, combine the bourbon, maple syrup, and Angostura bitters.
- Stir gently until the mixture is chilled.
- Strain the concoction into a rocks glass filled with a large ice cube.
- Express the orange twist over the drink, ensuring those zesty oils drop into the glass, then toss it in.
- Garnish with a couple of toasted pecans.
- Sip, savor, and let the autumnal warmth wrap around you.
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