This Bulleit Old Fashioned is a bold, smooth cocktail that brings classic flavor with a modern edge. Made with rich bourbon, bitters, and just the right touch of sweetness, it's the perfect drink for relaxing evenings or entertaining guests. If you love timeless cocktails, this one is a must-try.
Bulleit Old Fashioned Recipe Essentials
- 🍽️ Course: Cocktail / Beverage
- ⏱️ Cooking Time: 5 minutes
- 🍴 Servings: 1 cocktail
- 🧄 Flavor Profile: Bold, slightly sweet, bittersweet, smooth
- 🍚 Best Served With: Steak, appetizers, charcuterie boards
- 🧊 Make Ahead?: No, best made fresh
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This is one of those classic cocktails that never goes out of style. Bulleit bourbon adds a spicy, rich depth that makes this version stand out. Whether you're a seasoned whiskey lover or just starting out, this drink is simple, elegant, and incredibly satisfying.
This was inspired by my smoked old fashioned on this site, and pairs well with this crispy parmesan bacon bites recipe.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Classic cocktail: a timeless drink that never goes out of style
- Quick to make: ready in just a few minutes
- Perfect for entertaining: impressive yet easy to prepare
- Elegant presentation: looks as good as it tastes
Ingredients
This Bulleit Old Fashioned uses just a few simple ingredients, making it easy to prepare without a long shopping list. Each ingredient plays an important role in creating the perfect balance of flavor.
- Bulleit Bourbon: The base spirit that provides bold, spicy flavor and depth
- Simple Syrup: Adds sweetness to balance the strong bourbon
- Angostura Bitters: Brings complexity and enhances the cocktail's aroma
- Ice Cube: Chills the drink while slightly diluting it for a smoother taste
See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.
Variations
- Vanilla Old Fashioned: add a drop of vanilla extract for smooth flavor
- Bourbon Swap: Try a different bourbon like Woodford Reserve for a smoother profile or Buffalo Trace for a hint of sweetness.
- Sweetener Alternatives: Use maple syrup, honey, or Demerara syrup instead of simple syrup for a richer flavor.
- Bitters Variations: Swap Angostura bitters for orange, chocolate, or walnut bitters to change up the depth and complexity.
- Orange Twist: Add an orange peel twist or a few dashes of orange bitters for a bright, zesty flavor.
- Spiced Bourbon Cocktail: Muddle a cinnamon stick or add a dash of allspice for a warm, cozy touch.
How to Make a Bulleit Old Fashioned
This Bulleit Old Fashioned is incredibly simple and comes together in just a couple of easy steps.
Step 1: Add ingredients. In a lowball glass add Bulleit bourbon, simple syrup and 5 dashes of bitters.
Step 2: Mix. Give a stir to combine, then add 1 large ice cube.
Bulleit Old Fashioned Expert Tips
- Add garnish: orange peel and cherry enhances aroma
- Use a large clear ice cube: Melts slower and keeps your cocktail from becoming watered down too quickly
- Stir instead of shaking: Keeps the drink smooth and clear rather than cloudy
- Measure ingredients precisely: Ensures the perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness every time
- Adjust simple syrup to taste: Customize sweetness depending on your preference
- Use fresh ice: Old freezer ice can introduce unwanted flavors
- Chill your glass beforehand: Helps keep the drink colder longer without extra dilution
- Experiment with bitters: Try orange or chocolate bitters to create unique flavor variations
If you love recipes like this Bulleit Old Fashioned, you may also enjoy our kentucky mule cocktail and shamrock sour.
Storage Directions
Refrigerator: Not recommended once mixed
Make Ahead: Measure and mix ingredients ahead, add ice before serving
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with slow cooker skirt steak and air fryer round steak dinners
- Pair with charcuterie boards or with cheese platters
- Enjoy with smoked flank steak or smoked bourbon chicken
- Serve at cocktail parties with our purple rain cocktail
- Pair with dark chocolate cookies
- Enjoy during holiday gatherings or enjoy as a relaxing evening drink
- Serve as an after-dinner drink with our white linen cocktail
- Pair with air fryer candied walnuts and roasted nuts
Bulleit Old Fashioned Recipe FAQs
An Old Fashioned is a classic cocktail made with whiskey, bitters, sweetner, and ice, known for its smooth and balanced flavor.
Bulleit bourbon has a higher rye content, giving the cocktail a slightly spicier and bolder flavor compared to other bourbons.
Yes, you can use any bourbon you prefer, but Bulleit adds a signature spicy depth that works especially well.
No, you can use maple syrup, honey, Demerara syrup or sugar instead, but simple syrup blends more easily and creates a smoother drink.
Angostura bitters are the traditional choice, but orange or chocolate bitters can add unique flavor.
Yes, it's a spirit-forward cocktail with minimal mixers, making it stronger than many other drinks.
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Bulleit Old Fashioned
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½- ounce Bulleit bourbon
- ½ teaspoon simple syrup
- 5 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 large ice cube
Instructions
- In a lowball glass at Bulleit bourbon, simple syrup and about 5 dashes of bitters.
- Give a stir to combine, then add 1 large ice cube.
Notes
- Add garnish: orange peel and cherry enhances aroma
- Use a large clear ice cube: Melts slower and keeps your cocktail from becoming watered down too quickly
- Stir instead of shaking: Keeps the drink smooth and clear rather than cloudy
- Measure ingredients precisely: Ensures the perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness every time
- Adjust simple syrup to taste: Customize sweetness depending on your preference
- Use fresh ice: Old freezer ice can introduce unwanted flavors
- Chill your glass beforehand: Helps keep the drink colder longer without extra dilution
- Experiment with bitters: Try orange or chocolate bitters to create unique flavor variations
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