Heirloom Old Fashioned from Germain-Robin

by Joan Kitterman October 22, 2018

2 ounces Calvados

1/4 ounce Angostura-Vermouth Syrup (recipe follows)

1 dash Regans' orange bitters

Wide lemon peel as garnish

Combine Calvados, syrup and bitters in a mixing glass.  Fill 3/4 full with ice and stir with bar spoon until chilled.  Stain into an Old Fashioned glass filled with ice or a large format ice cube.  Express lemon peel oil over the top of the cocktail, then twist and add to drink.

Angostura-Vermouth Syrup

1/2 cup sweet Vermouth

1 cup sugar

2 tablespoons Angostura bitters

Combine ingredients into small sauce pan over high heat.  Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar has dissolved, then remove from heat.  Cool to room temperature.  Can be stored in fridge for up to 4 weeks.

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