This Brown Sugar Rum Old Fashioned is a smooth, slightly sweet cocktail made with rum, brown sugar syrup, bitters, and fresh orange peel. It’s simple to make, elegant to serve, and perfect for relaxing evenings or entertaining guests.
Combine brown sugar and water in a small saucepan.
Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
Remove from heat and allow to cool before using.
Make the Cocktail
Add the brown sugar syrup and bitters to a rocks glass.
Pour in the rum.
Add a large ice cube to the glass.
Stir gently for about 20 seconds to chill the drink.
Hold a strip of orange peel over the glass and squeeze gently to release the citrus oils.
Rub the peel around the rim of the glass and drop it into the drink.
Serve immediately.
Notes
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