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    Smoked Old Fashioned

    Published: Dec 22, 2021 · Modified: Sep 11, 2024 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    This smoked old fashioned recipe adds a new twist to an old favorite. The classic flavors of the old fashioned are emboldened even further with the addition of smoked garnishes for an extra depth of flavor.

    The old fashioned is one of my favorite cocktails of all time. It's just so classic and delicious. I decided to infuse it with smoke thanks to my husband's insistence, and I'm so glad I did!

    Closeup shot of glass of old fashioned surrounded by ingredients on a cutting board

    Smoked Old Fashioned Recipe

    This was inspired by my cranberry margarita recipe on this site. I figured if I could put a new spin on that one, I could definitely put a new twist on one of my old favorites.

    Smoked Old Fashioned Ingredients

    It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this delicious cocktail. They're all incredibly simple and easy to find.

    • bourbon
    • orange bitters
    • vanilla extract
    • orange rind
    • vanilla bean 
    • simple syrup 

    See the recipe card at the end of the post for quantities.

    How to Make a Smoked Old Fashioned

    Making this cocktail is just as easy as gathering up the ingredients. Even with the addition of smoking, the recipe is still very straightforward.

    Step 1: Make the Smoked Simple Syrup

    Power on your smoker and trap the smoke under a large glass jar. Add the simple syrup and vanilla extract to a small mason jar and place under the larger glass. Next, allow the glass to fill with smoke, then seal. Let the drink steep in the smoke for a couple of minutes, then remove and close the lid of the mason jar. Shake to infuse the smoke and let it steep while finishing up the drink. 

    Step 2: Make the Smoked Garnishes

    Peel the rind off of an orange. Use a knife to cleanly cut a 1”x3” piece. Place the orange rind, 1 cherry, and vanilla bean onto a wooden cutting board. Then, place a cocktail glass over the top and use the smoker to fill the glass with smoke in the same way that you did with the simple syrup. Let it steep for at least 2 minutes. 

    Step 3: Make the Old Fashioned

    Add an ice cube to a cocktail glass, then add 3 dashes of bitters and pour the bourbon inside. Next, add the smoked simple syrup. Twist the orange rind to express the oils and trace the rind along the rim. Garnish with the orange, cherry, and vanilla bean. Serve and enjoy

    Hint: For a smokier flavor, place a large glass over the cocktail and use the smoker gun to fill the glass with smoke. Let steep until ready to serve. Enjoy!

    Closeup shot of old fashioned with glasses and fruit in background

    Substitutions

    Don't have the correct ingredients on hand or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change this smoked old fashioned recipe.

    • Scotch - If you don't have bourbon, try scotch.
    • Imitation Vanilla - While not recommended, if you don't have real vanilla extract, you can use imitation vanilla. Just be sure to add a bit more to get the right flavor.

    Variations

    Want to personalize this smoked old fashioned recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.

    • Spicy - Add a dash of cayenne pepper for a kick of heat.

    If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this orange gin and tonic.

    Equipment

    It only takes a few simple items to make this tasty old fashioned.

    • Handheld smoke infuser or this, more expensive one
    • Bourbon barrel chips
    • Mason jar
    • Cocktail glass or these work great too

    Storage

    It's recommended that you make these drinks as they're ready to be served, so there's no storage required.

    Tips

    This recipe is incredibly easy, and there aren't many things to remember. In fact, there are only a couple of tips for this one.

    • Let the simple syrup and the bitters smoke for at least 2 minutes for a good smokiness. Let them infuse longer for more smokiness.
    • You can smoke the entire cocktail after you prepare it for even more smokiness.
    Closeup shot of old fashioned in a glass with smoke rising from it

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    FAQ

    Do you have questions about this smoked old fashioned recipe? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about the smoked old fashioned.

    What kind of wood should I use for this cocktail?

    You can use any wood you like. I recommend a fruity wood, however.

    How smoky is this cocktail?

    It has a quite strong smoky flavor.

    Can I make this smokier or less smoky?

    You can control the smokiness of this cocktail by allowing it to infuse for longer or shorter times.

    Smoked Old Fashioned

    Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.

    Smoked old fashioned being served with a cherry and a orange slice.

    Smoked Old Fashioned

    Karin and Ken
    This smoked old fashioned recipe is a new twist on an old favorite. The great taste of an old fashioned is infused with smoky goodness.
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1
    Calories 221 kcal

    Equipment

    • Handheld smoker
    • Bourbon barrel chips
    • mason jar
    • Cocktail glass

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 oz bourbon
    • 3 dashes orange bitters
    • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 orange rinds 1 inch by 3 inch sized pieces
    • 1 vanilla bean
    • ½ oz simple syrup
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    Instructions
     

    • Get out and measure your ingredients.
      Overhead photo of all the ingredients.

    Prepare Smoked Simple Syrup

    • Power on the smoker and trap smoke under a large glass jar.
    • Add simple syrup to a mason jar.
      Simple syrup poured into a mason jar.
    • Add vanilla extract as well.
      Vanilla extract added to the mason jar and stirred using a spoon,
    • Place under the larger glass.
      Filling the glass with smoke
    • Allow the glass to fill with smoke, then seal.
      Sealing the glass
    • Let the drink steep in the smoke for 2 minutes, then remove and close the lid of the mason jar. Shake to infuse and let steep while finishing up the drink.
      Smoke and mixture sealed inside the mason jar.

    Prepare Smoked Garnishes

    • Peel the rind off of an orange. Use a knife to cleanly cut a 1”x 3” sized piece.
      Orange peel placed on a cutting board.
    • Place the orange rind, 1 cherry, and vanilla bean onto a wooden cutting board.
      Orange rind, 1 cherry, and vanilla bean placed on a wooden cutting board.
    • Place a cocktail glass over the top and use the smoker to fill the glass with smoke.
      A cocktail glass placed over the ingredients, a smoker is used to fill the glass with smoke.
    • Let steep for at least 2 minutes.
      Smoke and ingredients inside a cocktail glass.
    • The longer you steep the stronger the smokey flavors.
      Cocktail glass and mason jar placed next to each other on a wooden cutting board.
    • Prepare the old fashioned. Add an ice cube to a cocktail glass, then add 3 dashes of bitters.
      Pouring alcohol into a glass with a ball of ice.
    • Pour the bourbon inside.
      Pouring bourbon into the glass.
    • Next, Add the smoked simple syrup.
      Smoked simple syrup poured into the glass.
    • Stir until blended.
      Stirring the ingredients using a spoon.
    • Twist the orange rind to express the oils and trace the rind along the rim.
      Twisting orange rind and applying it to the rim of the glass.
    • Garnish with the orange, cherry, and vanilla bean.
      Glass garnished with orange, cherry and vanilla bean.

    For a More Smokey Flavor

    • Place a large glass over the cocktail and use the smoker gun to fill the glass with smoke.
      A larger glass placed over the glass of smoked old fashioned and filled with smoke to add more smoky flavor.
    • Let steep until ready to serve.
      Glass of smoked old fashioned placed on a wooden cutting board. The glass is full of smoke.
    • Enjoy every sip!
      Closeup photo of a glass of smoked old fashioned.

    Notes

    • Let the simple syrup and the bitters smoke for at least 2 minutes for a good smokiness. Let them infuse longer for more smokiness.
    • You can smoke the entire cocktail after you prepare it for even more smokiness.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 14mgPotassium: 96mgSugar: 18gCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg
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