Vanilla Bean Brûlée Old Fashioned
INGREDIENTS
- 2 oz bourbon
- ½ oz vanilla bean simple syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Garnish: Orange peel
- Sugar cube (for brûlée topping)
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a mixing glass, combine the bourbon, vanilla bean simple syrup, and Angostura bitters.
- Add ice and stir gently for 20–30 seconds, until well chilled and balanced.
- Strain into an Old Fashioned glass over a large ice cube.
- Brûlée the Sugar: Place a sugar cube on top of the cocktail and carefully caramelize it with a kitchen torch until golden and crisp.
- Express the oils from an orange peel over the drink, then add the peel as a garnish.
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NOTES
The Vanilla Bean Brûlée Old Fashioned is a luxurious twist on the timeless classic, blending smooth bourbon with rich vanilla bean syrup and aromatic bitters. Topped with a caramelized sugar cube and brightened by a fragrant orange peel, this cocktail delivers a perfect balance of warmth, sweetness, and sophistication in every sip.
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