Szechuan Rye Old Fashioned
Goodbye sugar cube, hello Szechuan pepper simple syrup! With two types of bitters in the mix, this is a very complex, modern spin on the Old Fashioned. Give it a try!
INGREDIENTS
- 1/2oz Szechuan Peppercorn Simple Syrup
- 2 1/2oz Rye Whiskey
- 3 dashes Scrappy’s Orange Bitters
- 2 dashes Scrappy’s Aromatic Bitters
- Optional: Zest of ¼ Orange
- Garnish: Orange Twist and/or Luxardo Cherry
DIRECTIONS
1
Combine the rye, simple syrup, bitters and (if desired) orange zest in a mixing glass with ice.
2
Stir until well chilled.
3
Strain over ice in a rocks glass. Garnish & serve.
Recipe by Tyler Kingdon