Mountain Echo Old Fashioned
Nepalese twist on the classic Old Fashioned cocktail.
Description:
A Nepalese twist on the revered Old Fashioned, the Mountain Echo Old Fashioned combines the earthy, nutty complexity of Raksi whiskey with aromatic bitters and the subtle sweetness of spiced jaggery syrup. Accented with an orange peel and a touch of cardamom, this cocktail bridges tradition and innovation, creating a smooth, warming sipper that honors both past and present.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Raksi Whiskey
- 1/4 oz spiced jaggery syrup (jaggery simmered with water, cinnamon, and clove, then strained)
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 dash cardamom bitters (optional for extra aroma)
- Orange peel, for garnish
Glass:
Serve in a double old fashioned glass
Preparation:
Add the spiced jaggery syrup, bitters, and Raksi whiskey to a mixing glass with ice. Stir until well-chilled. Strain into a double old fashioned glass over a large ice cube. Express an orange peel over the glass and drop it in for garnish.
This cocktail offers a taste of Nepalese celebration in every sip, with a classic silhouette and a memorable mountain spirit.