Garnish:
Orange zest twist
How to make:
STIR all ingredients with ice and strain into ice-filled glass.
| 2 fl oz | Bourbon whiskey |
| 3⁄4 fl oz | Tawny port (10 year old) |
| 1⁄6 fl oz | Maple syrup |
| 3 dash | Angostura or other aromatic bitters |
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Comment:
Bourbon and maple syrup somewhat overwhelm the headline port wine, although it does add an underlying fruitiness to this balanced and tasty riff on an Old-Fashioned.
About:
Adapted from a recipe discovered at Red Star Tavern, Portland, Oregon, USA.
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