quote:1. There is no fruit in an Old Fashioned!
Manhattan with Makers in a old fashioned glass (i hate the martini glasses) is my standard drink. I like old fashions but I dislike the fruit pulp
2. Manhattans and Old Fashioneds can be made with bourbon and they are good, but the true original drink is made with rye.
Old Fashioned:
About 2 tsp simple syrup
4 dashes Angostura bitters
3 oz rye whiskey
Stir.
Add ice--preferably one LARGE cube, or at least not crushed.
Twist of orange peel OVER the glass, and rub around the rim.
If it makes you feel better to have a cherry or orange garnish, fine, but it does not go in the drink!