Vanilla Old Fashioned

The Old Fashioned is the king of whiskey cocktails — bold, timeless, and endlessly adaptable. This version is made even easier with LAVA Old Fashioned Mix, bringing the perfect balance of bitters and sweetness, plus a touch of vanilla for smooth richness. It’s a modern twist on a classic, designed for effortless sipping.

Vanilla Old Fashioned

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A smooth Old Fashioned cocktail using bourbon, LAVA Old Fashioned Mix, and a touch of vanilla — simple, balanced, and full of flavor.

• Total Time: 3
• Yield: 1

Ingredients

• 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey

• 1 oz LAVA Old Fashioned Mix

• ¼ tsp vanilla extract

• Garnish: orange peel + Luxardo cherry

• Ice: large cube preferred

Instructions

1. Place a large ice cube in a rocks glass.

2. Add bourbon, LAVA Old Fashioned Mix, and vanilla extract.

3. Stir gently to combine and chill.

4. Express the oils from an orange peel over the glass, then drop it in.

5. Garnish with a Luxardo cherry.

Notes

• • Swap bourbon for spiced rum for a sweeter variation.

  • Adjust vanilla to taste (a little goes a long way).

  • Try smoked glass presentation for a deeper flavor profile.

• Author: stephanie
• Prep Time: 3
• Method: Stir