The Perfect Old Fashioned

2 ounces overproof rye or bourbon 1/2 ounce simple syrup 2 dashes Angostura bitters Orange twist

Combine whiskey, simple syrup and bitters in a cocktail shaker with ice. Stir then strain into old fashioned glass with ice. Garnish with orange twist. (I prefer a peach slice)

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by Naren Young May 5, 2015, 10:14am EDTPhotography by Nick Solares