What makes an Old Fashioned?

An Old Fashioned is traditionally made by muddling sugar and bitters together and then adding bourbon and garnishing with an orange slice and a cocktail cherry. This peach version omits the sugar and adds peach liqueur.

What bourbon is best for this recipe?

I used Willet Pot Still Reserve for this recipe, but Woodford Reserve, Angels Envy, and Four Roses Small Batch are other good options.

Bourbon Peach Old Fashioned

Description

This sweet and warm peach old-fashioned is a delicious summer twist on the traditional old-fashioned.

Ingredients

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Simple Syrup:

2 fresh peaches sliced - or 2 cups frozen peaches
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
2 cinnamon sticks
1/4 tsp all spice

For the cocktail:

1 1/2 ounces Bourbon
1 1/2 ounces of peach simple syrup
2 dashes aromatic bitters
Sliced peaches for garnish
Ice

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Instructions

Make the simple syrup by combining all the ingredients in a medium pot.
Simmer until the sugar has dissolved and the peaches are soft - about 20 minutes. Let cool, strain, and set aside.
Add ice to an old-fashioned glass, then add the simple syrup, bourbon, and 2 dashes of bitters.
Stir, garnish with peach slices, and enjoy!

Notes

You can add 1/2 ounce of peach liqueur to the cocktail for even more peach flavor.
Let the peaches simmer until they are soft. The longer you simmer them, the stronger the peach flavor will be.
Don't forget the garnish! The peach slices help to add more fresh peach flavor.