Apple Old-Fashioned

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With a deep warmth from applejack, this variation on an Old-Fashioned lets floral honey and fresh apple flavors shine without getting overpowered. For a hot drink, combine ingredients in a heatproof glass with 2 ounces boiling water.

Carey Jones and John D. McCarthy

Updated on July 20, 2023

Tested by

Food & Wine Test Kitchen

Apple Old-Fashioned — Photo: Eva Kolenko

Active Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

5 mins

Servings:

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Ingredients

¼ cup (2 ounces) Laird's Straight Applejack 86
1 tablespoon (1/2 ounce) Honey Syrup (see Note)
2 dashes of Angostura bitters
1 lemon peel twist

Directions

Place Laird's Straight Applejack, Honey Syrup, and bitters in a cocktail mixing glass filled with ice, and stir until very well chilled, about 30 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Top with lemon peel twist, and serve.

Note

Honey Syrup (makes 1/2 cup ounces): Combine 1/4 cup honey and 1/4 cup near-boiling water in a small heatproof bowl. Stir until dissolved. Let cool to room temperature before using.

Originally appeared: December 2021 / January 2022