1. Prepare a Mixing Glass:
Begin by setting up a mixing glass. This specialized tool allows for precise stirring and ensures proper blending of the ingredients.
2. Combine the Ingredients:
Pour 60 ml of Coastal Stone: Xplore Whisky into the mixing glass. Follow this with 7 ml of pale ale syrup (or 10 ml of sugar syrup) to add a unique depth of flavor. Lastly, add 3 dashes of Angostura bitters to provide complexity and balance.
3. Add Ice and Stir:
Fill the mixing glass with ice and gently stir the mixture until it's well-chilled and properly diluted. Stirring is a crucial step in achieving the desired texture and temperature for the cocktail.
4. Prepare a Rock Glass:
While you're stirring, take a rock glass and add ice to it. This ensures your Grains Old Fashioned is served cold.
5. Strain into the Rock Glass:
Using a strainer, carefully pour the stirred mixture from the mixing glass into the rock glass over the fresh ice. This method ensures a smooth and visually appealing presentation.
6. Garnish with an Orange Twist:
To complete the cocktail, garnish it with a twist of orange peel. Express the oils from the orange peel by giving it a gentle twist over the glass, then place it in the drink.
7. Serve and Enjoy:
Your Grains Old Fashioned is now ready to be savored. This cocktail is a testament to the art of mixing spirits, balancing sweetness, and incorporating unique elements like pale ale syrup to create a nuanced and robust cocktail.
