INDINAPOLIS (WISH) – The holiday season is the perfect time for festive drinks, and what better way to celebrate than with a classic cocktail? Regional Sales Manager at Heaven Hill Brands, Brent Holverson, joined us on “Life.Style.Live!” to show us how to make an easy yet sophisticated Old Fashioned and a delicious drink for dessert.

Elijah Craig Old Fashioned

Pour the Bourbon: Start by pouring two ounces of Elijah Craig into your mixing glass.
Add Simple Syrup: Pour in half an ounce of simple syrup (just one jigger).
Add Bitters: Drop in eight dashes of bitters — this adds depth and complexity to your drink.
Add Ice: Throw a couple of ice cubes into your mix. Stir for about 20 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
Strain and Serve: Strain the mix into a glass with a large ice cube. The larger ice cube will keep the drink cold without watering it down too quickly.
Garnish: Twist an orange peel over the glass to release the oils and drop it in. For an extra touch, add a Luxardo cherry.

The Old Fashioned is a perfect choice to leisurely sip throughout the evening and is ideal for long family gatherings.

To create this holiday treat, you’ll need the following ingredients: