Baijiu Old Fashioned
ClassicAn Old Fashioned built on Chinese baijiu.
NightcapSpirit-ForwardWarming
3 minMediumStrong
Fragrant, tropical-fruit and savory notes from the baijiu with orange oils and a touch of sweetness. Bold and warming.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Baijiu
- 0.25 oz Demerara Syrup
- 2 dashes Orange Bitters
- Orange twist · optional garnish
Method
- 1
Add the baijiu, demerara syrup, and bitters to a rocks glass with one large cube.
- 2
Stir for 20 to 30 seconds.
- 3
Express an orange twist over the top and drop it in.
The Story
A modern bartender's variation on the Old Fashioned that uses baijiu, China's high-proof grain spirit, as the base. Baijiu varies widely in style, so choose a milder bottle for this drink.
Glass · Rocks glassGarnish · Orange twist