Bourbon Old Fashioned: A Sweet Twist on a Classic

Laura Kuhn
May 28
2 min read

A Sweet Twist on a Classic

Left Bank bourbon

angostura bitters

sugar cube

water splash

ice ball

orange peel

Some cocktails come and go, but the Old Fashioned has remained a barroom staple for over 200 years. Strong, simple, and endlessly satisfying, it's the blueprint for what a whiskey cocktail should be. At Left Bank, we stay true to its roots—but add just enough finesse to give it a sweet, signature twist.

The Left Bank Bourbon Old Fashioned

Ours is the kind of cocktail you sip slowly—meant for unwinding, for contemplating, or for raising in a quiet toast. Crafted with bold Left Bank Bourbon and stirred with intention, every detail matters. Here’s our refined recipe:

Left Bank Bourbon – Rich, smooth, and oaky with notes of caramel and vanilla. It’s the hero of the drink, and we let it shine.
Angostura Bitters – Just a few dashes bring spice, depth, and a touch of mystery to each sip.
Sugar Cube – Crushed and soaked with bitters, it adds a hint of sweetness and rounds out the edges.
Splash of Water – Just enough to dissolve the sugar and open up the bourbon’s bouquet.
Ice Ball – A single, slow-melting sphere that chills without watering down the drink.
Orange Peel – Expressed over the glass to release its oils, then slipped inside for a citrusy aroma that balances the bourbon’s depth.

Why It Endures

The Old Fashioned isn’t complicated—and that’s the point. It’s about honoring the whiskey, not masking it. But a great Old Fashioned comes down to precision: the right bourbon, the perfect balance of bitter and sweet, the right amount of dilution, and the scent of citrus oil lingering with every sip.

At Left Bank, we’ve added our own subtle spin—a sweeter edge with the use of a sugar cube, and a smoother sip courtesy of our house bourbon. It’s a cocktail that feels timeless but tailored.

Best Enjoyed When:

You're closing out a long day and want something classic
You’re introducing a friend to bourbon the right way
Or when only the most iconic cocktail will do

Bold. Balanced. Unapologetically classic. Buy a bottle of Left Bank and let the Bourbon Old Fashioned remind you why some things never go out of style. This is more than a cocktail—it’s tradition, taste, and timeless cool in a glass.