Maple Bacon Old Fashioned
A smoky-sweet cocktail that combines the classic Old Fashioned with the irresistible flavors of maple syrup and crispy bacon.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz (60 ml) bourbon or rye whiskey
- ½ oz (15 ml) maple syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1–2 slices thick-cut bacon
- Orange peel
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Fry one or two slices of thick-cut bacon in a small skillet until crispy. Set aside on a paper towel to cool and drain excess grease.
- Optional: Infuse your whiskey with bacon by adding a few drops of bacon fat to the bottle, shaking, and refrigerating overnight. Strain before using.
- In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz (60 ml) of bourbon or rye whiskey, ½ oz (15 ml) of maple syrup, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters. Add ice cubes and stir gently for about 20 seconds.
- Rub the edge of your glass with an orange peel for added aroma. Place a large ice cube in the glass.
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass over the ice cube.
- Add a crispy slice of bacon and a curled orange peel to the glass for garnish.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, use smoked salt or liquid smoke instead of bacon. Adjust sweetness or smokiness to your liking. Experiment with garnishes like rosemary or smoked sea salt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 250
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Protein: 2
Keywords: Maple Bacon Old Fashioned, smoky cocktail, sweet cocktail, whiskey cocktail, bacon garnish, maple syrup drink