To make an old fashioned drink, you will need the following ingredients:
2 ounces of bourbon or rye whiskey
1 sugar cube or 1/2 teaspoon of sugar
2-3 dashes of Angostura bitters
A few drops of water
Ice cubes
An orange peel or cherry (for garnish)
Now, let's go through the steps:
In an old fashioned glass, muddle the sugar cube with the bitters and a few drops of water. You can also use a mixing glass if you prefer.
Add the bourbon or rye whiskey to the glass and stir well to dissolve the sugar.
Add a few ice cubes to the glass and continue stirring for about 30 seconds to chill the drink.
Once chilled, take an orange peel and twist it over the glass to release its oils. Rub the peel along the rim of the glass for added flavor.
Optionally, you can also garnish the drink with a cherry.
And that's it! Your old fashioned drink is ready to be enjoyed. Cheers!
For more information and variations of the old fashioned drink, you can refer to the Liquor.com or The Spruce Eats websites.