Old Fashioned

Looking for a classic way to enjoy Takamine Whiskey? The Old Fashioned is a timeless cocktail for whiskey lovers who appreciate the balance of sweetness, bitters, and whiskey. Let’s break down how you can make this cocktail at home with Takamine Whiskey in just a few steps.

Takamine Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon of sugar (or 1 sugar cube)
  • 3 dashes of Angostura bitters
  • 1 teaspoon of water
  • 2 ounces Takamine Whiskey
  • Ice
  • Optional: Orange twist and luxardo cherry for garnish

How to Make an Old Fashioned

  1. Add the Sugar and Bitters: Add 1 teaspoon of sugar (or 1 sugar cube) and 3 dashes of Angostura bitters into a mixing glass.
  2. Add Water: Add 1 teaspoon of water and stir until the sugar is nearly dissolved.
  3. Mix with Whiskey: Fill the mixing glass with ice, add 2 ounces of Takamine Whiskey, and stir until well-chilled.
  4. Strain and Serve: Strain into a rocks glass over one large ice cube.
  5. Garnish: Express the oil of an orange twist over the glass, then drop it into the glass. Optionally, garnish with a luxardo cherry for added sweetness.
  6. Cheers: Raise your glass and toast with a hearty "Kanpai!"

Watch the Bartender Make It

To perfect your Old Fashioned, watch this step-by-step video tutorial:

Why Choose Takamine Whiskey for the Old Fashioned?

Takamine Whiskey adds a unique character to the Old Fashioned, with its subtle sweetness and depth, making it the ideal choice for this iconic cocktail. Distilled using a koji fermentation process, Takamine Whiskey offers a delicate balance of flavors that complement the bitters and sugar, creating an elevated Old Fashioned experience.

Enjoy your Takamine Old Fashioned. Discover Takamine Whiskey here and take your cocktail game to the next level!

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Author Bio

Christopher Pellegrini

Christopher Pellegrini is a spirits expert specializing in Japanese shochu and awamori. Known as the "Shochu Whisperer," he regularly consults on menus for izakayas and teaches the art of Japanese spirits worldwide. Christopher is the author of The Shochu Handbook, and you can stay connected with him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.