How to Make A Smoked Old Fashioned Cocktail with Recipe

Using the Taigen Cocktail Smoker Kit

The Taigen Cocktail Smoker Kit is an easy and great way to smoke cocktails. This quick and easy touch will create a tasty cocktail you won’t forget. 

 Here’s a quick guide:

1. Materials Needed:
   • Taigen Cocktail Smoker Kit
   • Prepared cocktail in an old-fashioned glass
   • Wood chips (included in the kit) This kit comes with cherry wood, oak wood, apple wood, and pecan wood. 
2. Prepare and Smoke:
   • Fill the smoker’s chamber with wood chips.
   • Place the smoker’s lid over your cocktail glass.
   • Ignite the wood chips with the provided torch, letting smoke fill the glass for 20-30 seconds.
   • Cover the smoking wood chips to trap the smoke into the cocktail.
3. Serve:
   • Let the cocktail sit with the smoke for a few moments.
   • To serve, remove the smoker lid to allow the trapped smoke to evaporate to the delight of the recipient.

Using a Smoking Box or Glass Dome

Smoking glasses or boxes offer a visually impressive way to smoke cocktails with a fun twist. Here’s how:

1. Materials Needed:
   • Smoking glass dome or smoking box
   • Wood chips or smoking pellets
   • Torch or lighter
   • Prepared cocktail in an old-fashioned glass
2. Prepare and Smoke:
   • Place wood chips in the smoking compartment.
   • Ignite the wood chips with a torch, ensuring they burn evenly.
   • For a smoking box, place the cocktail glass inside and close the lid, letting smoke circulate.
3. Serve:
   • Let the smoke infuse for 1-2 minutes.
   • Remove the lid or open the box and serve immediately.

Simple Ingredients to Make a Smoked Old Fashioned

• Favorite bourbon
• Large  ice cube(s)
• Orange bitters
• Straight rye whiskey
• Orange peel twist  
• Simple syrup, maple syrup, or raw sugar 
• a jar of maraschino cherry

 Smoked Old Fashioned Recipe Card

Yield: 1 Cocktail

Smoked Old Fashioned Cocktail

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Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 oz Rye bourbon
• 0.5 oz simple syrup directions in post to make at home
• 3 - 4 dashes orange bitters
• orange peel garnish
• 2 Maraschino cherries (muddled )
• Large Ice Cube

Instructions

1. Muddle two Maraschino cherries in the bottom of a highball glass.
2. Pour two oz. Of bourbon into the glass.
3. Add 0.5 oz simple syrup (directions in post).
4. Add 3-4 dashes of biters into the glass.
5. Add a large ice cube.
6. Rub the rim with the orange peel and place it into the glass.
7. Stir to mix all of the ingredients together well.

Notes

You can choose the bourbon of your choice, I happen to like Makers Mark.

Tools Needed to Make a Smoked Old Fashioned

• Rocks glass
• Cocktail Smoker kit (Taigen)
• A small amount of wood chips 
• Stir stick 
• Large ice cube ice molds

Simple Syrup Recipe

Ingredients:

Ingredients 

You can gather most of these ingredients at your local liquor store. 

• 2 oz Rye bourbon
• 0.5 oz simple syrup directions in post to make at home
• 3 – 4 dashes orange bitters
• orange peel garnish
• 2 Maraschino cherries (muddled)
• Large Ice Cube

Directions to make a Smoked Old Fashion 

• Muddle two Maraschino cherries in the bottom of a highball glass. 
• Combine bourbon into the glass with the cherries.
• Add 0.5 oz simple syrup (directions in post).
• Add 3-4 dashes of biters into the glass. 
• Add a large ice cube. 
• Rub the orange peel on the rim of the glass and then place the orange twist inside the cocktail.
• Stir to mix all of the ingredients together well.
• Place the smoker on top of the glass. 
• Place wood chips inside the small screen area. 
• Use the Tiegan torch and burn the wood chips. 
• Place the lid over the wood chips and let the glass fill with smoke. 
• Place the cocktail in front of your guest and remove the lid. to allow the smoke to escape. 
• Enjoy

Variations for a Smoked Old Fashioned Cocktail

Using Different Types of Wood Chips for Smoking

• Hickory: Adds a strong, earthy smokiness to your cocktail, perfect for whiskey lovers who enjoy robust flavors.
• Applewood: Offers a sweeter, fruitier smoke that complements the caramel notes in bourbon.
• Cherrywood: Provides a subtle, fruity smoke that pairs well with both bourbon and rye whiskey.
• Mesquite: Gives a bold, intense, smoky flavor, ideal for those who enjoy a more pronounced smokiness.

Experimenting with Different Bitters for depth of flavor

• Chocolate Bitters: Adds a rich, dark chocolate note, enhancing the depth and complexity of the cocktail.
• Smoked Chili Bitters: Introduces a smoky heat, adding a spicy kick that balances the cocktail’s sweetness.
• Vanilla Bitters: Infuses a warm, sweet vanilla flavor that complements the smoky elements beautifully.

Adding a Touch of Fruit

• Muddled Berries: Blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries can add a unique fruity twist. Muddle a handful of berries to release their juices and natural sweetness.
• Citrus Twist: Garnish with a lemon or orange peel twist to add a fresh, zesty aroma that enhances the overall flavor profile.