The Oolong Old Fashioned
A smooth and balanced twist on the classic old fashioned, this Oolong Old Fashioned features oolong-infused whisky, honey syrup, and a touch of amaretto for subtle sweetness and depth. The roasted tea notes pair beautifully with a variety of Asian cuisine, while remaining refined enough to enjoy on its own.
EQUIPMENT
- 1 Rocks glass old fashioned glass
- 1 Barspoon
- 1 Large air tight glass jar for infusing
- 1 Funnel
- 1 Small sauce pan
INGREDIENTS
For the Cocktail
- 2½ ounces Whisky Kikori Japanese Rice Whisky
- 1 ounce Disaronno Amaretto
- ¼ ounce Honey syrup adjust to taste
- 1 Lemon or orange garnish (optional)
Infusing
- 1 bottle Kikori Japanese Rice Whisky 750ml
- 3 packets Oolong tea bags Yamamotoyama Organic Oolong
Honey Syrup
- 1 part Honey
- 1 part Water
INSTRUCTIONS
Infusing
- Transfer an entire bottle (750ml) of Kikori into a large sealable container (I use a large mason jar)
- Add three packets of oolong tea bags (Yamamotoyama Organic Oolong) and close the lid. Make sure the bags are fully submerged.
- Keep in refrigerator for 5-6hrs.
- Take out the tea bags and discard.
Honey Syrup
- Add equal parts honey and water in a small saucepan and heat over low heat.
- Stir until the honey is fully dissolved.
- Allow to cool and transfer into an airtight container. Keep refrigerated.
Making the Cocktail
- Add oolong infused whisky, Disaronno, and honey syrup into a mixing glass.
- Add a few ice cubes and stir with barspoon until chilled.
- Strain over large ice cube in a rocks (old fashioned) glass.
- Garnish with lemon
NUTRITION
Calories: 286kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 13mgFiber: 0.01gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 0.04mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.1mg
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