Old Fashioned Cocktails (for a Crowd) Recipe

Michael Dietsch
Old Fashioned Cocktails (for a Crowd) Recipe
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  • Yield:makes 12 servings
  • Active time:5 minutes
  • Total time:5 minutes

[Photo: Vicky Wasik]

Old Fashioned cocktails, made with bourbon or rye, are easy to making a big batch in advance of a party. They're perfect for fall or winter gatherings.

Why this recipe works:

  • Stirring a cocktail with ice adds water to dilute the drink. Since this cocktail is chilled in a big batch, that water is added as an ingredient before chilling.
  • Making cocktails in advance allows guests to serve themselves.

Note: To make simple syrup, combine 1 cup water with 1 cup sugar in a small saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved. Cool before using. Simple syrup will keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Ingredients

  • 1 (750 mililiter) bottle bourbon or rye
  • 1 ounce simple syrup
  • 10 to 12 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 4 ounces water

Directions

  1. 1.

    Using a funnel, add entire contents of bourbon or rye bottle to an empty 1 liter bottle. Add simple syrup, bitters, and water and seal. Shake well to mix and refrigerate until ready to serve.

  2. 2.

    To serve, fill glasses with ice if desired. Pour 2 to 3 ounces per glass.

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