I make an alternative, I use Don Papa’s Masskara Rum, Orange Angostura Bitters and Maple Syrup, as a combination, it’s next level, this beautiful warmth from the rum and maple, and a lovely orange freshness from the bitters. It’s a beautiful short cocktail.
I make this with 5cl Appleton Reserve, 1cl O.F.T.D., an additional squirt of Xocolatl Mole bitters, and stir with a lime slice instead of the orange zest. Perfect drink
Very very enjoyable winter evening drink. Used Rum Nation Barbados 8 Yr and a good, organic maple sirup. Orange oil on top and twist in the drink. Fits well with Good Grief on Netflix 😗
Used Appleton Estate Reserve Blend for this one. Featured the rum prominently, with its notes of orange, clove and graphite coming out. The maple syrup added extra richness and body not found in a sugar Old Fashioned.