The Perfect Old Fashioned — Ready in 2 Minutes

The Old Fashioned is the king of cocktails — timeless, spirit-forward, and endlessly satisfying. But getting the balance of sweetness, bitterness, and aromatics just right can take years of practice. That's exactly why we created Middleton's Aromatic Old Fashioned Syrup.

Every bottle captures the essence of a perfectly mixed Old Fashioned: warm spices, subtle caramel, orange peel, and just the right touch of bitterness. Stir it into your favourite bourbon over ice and you're done in 2 minutes — bar quality, every time.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon (Buffalo Trace, Maker's Mark, or Bulleit recommended)
  • ½ oz Middleton's Aromatic Old Fashioned Syrup

Instructions

  1. Add bourbon and Aromatic Old Fashioned Syrup to a mixing glass with ice.
  2. Stir for approximately 30 seconds until well chilled and properly diluted.
  3. Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube or sphere.
  4. Express an orange peel over the drink (squeeze the peel skin-side down over the glass to release the oils), then add it as garnish along with a cocktail cherry.

Mixologist's Tips

  • Always stir an Old Fashioned — never shake. Stirring maintains the drink's beautiful clarity and achieves the right dilution.
  • Use a large ice cube or sphere that melts slowly to prevent over-dilution.
  • Want extra citrus brightness? Add a dash of Middleton's Orange & Cranberry Bitters. For more depth, try a dash of Middleton's Cherry & Vanilla Bitters.
  • Batch for a crowd: Mix 1 bottle of bourbon with 8 oz of syrup in a pitcher and stir to order.

Make It a Mocktail

Mix Middleton's Aromatic Old Fashioned Syrup with premium tonic water and a splash of fresh orange juice for a sophisticated, alcohol-free sipper with all the warming aromatics of the original.

Ready to make the perfect Old Fashioned? Grab a bottle of Middleton's Aromatic Old Fashioned Syrup — your bourbon will thank you.

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