This producer recipe skips the sugar cube and simple syrup, keeping the ingredient list to Von Payne Black, bitters and orange peel.
Von Payne Currant Old Fashioned
A stirred Old Fashioned made with Von Payne Black, a whiskey infused with natural black currant, aromatic bitters and an orange twist.
Glass
Rocks glass
Method
Stirred
Serves
1
Flavor Profile
Black currant, aromatic bitters, citrus
Ingredients
- 2 oz Von Payne Black whiskey infused with natural black currant
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Orange twist, for garnish
- Ice, for stirring and serving
Suggested Brand
- Von Payne Black
- Angostura aromatic bitters
Method
- Add the whiskey and bitters to a mixing glass.
- Add ice and stir for approximately 30 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled rocks glass containing fresh ice.
- Twist the orange peel over the drink to express its oils, then place it in the glass.
- Stir gently once more and serve.
Bar Tools
- Jigger
- Mixing glass
- Bar spoon
- Strainer
- Citrus peeler
Whiskey Scene Notes
No sugar cube or syrup is added in this version. This is not a sugar-free claim. Recipe measurements follow the Angostura-and-orange-twist version published by Von Payne; its newer cocktail page lists a different cherry-and-bitters preparation.
Recipe credit: Von Payne Spirits.
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