Golden Sunset Olive Oil Old Fashioned Cocktail

Ingredients (makes 1 cocktail):

• 2 oz (60 ml) bourbon or rye whiskey
• 1/4 oz (7 ml) maple syrup
• 2 dashes orange bitters
• 1/4 oz (7 ml) extra virgin olive oil
• Large ice cube
• Orange peel for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine Ingredients
   In a mixing glass, combine the bourbon, maple syrup, orange bitters, and olive oil.
2. Stir and Emulsify
   Stir the mixture gently with ice for 30–40 seconds, allowing the olive oil to blend with the bourbon for a velvety texture.
3. Serve
   Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
4. Garnish
   Express the oils of an orange peel over the drink, then place it in the glass as garnish.
5. Savour
   Sip slowly to enjoy the rich warmth of the whiskey, balanced by the subtle sweetness of maple syrup and the luxurious mouthfeel of olive oil.