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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned

    Published: December 14, 2015 / Updated: November 9, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned

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    Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned cocktail recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    This Rosemary Old Fashioned with Citrus cocktail is an excellent cold weather cocktail. The orange wakes you up with a bit of zing and the rosemary gives it a warm herbal, earthy taste to help round out the deep undertones from Pendleton Midnight Whisky.

    Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned cocktail recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    Baby, it's cold outside. So warm up with one (or two!) of these Rosemary Old Fashioned Cocktails with Citrus.

    Rosemary Old Fashioned Cocktails

    I'm a bourbon girl, and a big fan of whiskey cocktails.

    It's hard to top a classic Old Fashioned cocktail. But there are so many great ways to add personal twists to the classic recipe.

    You can easily make an Old Fashioned cocktail work for any season, for any occasion, and to suit a variety of different tastes.

    Choose Your Whisky Wisely

    Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned cocktail recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    Over the summer, I had the incredible honor of getting a sneak peek taste of the brand new Pendleton Midnight, a 90 proof oak barrel-aged whisky.

    Pendleton Midnight is a rich, musky whisky. It has aromatic winter whispers of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.

    This would also be an AMAZING whisky to use in winter desserts as well Oh, you KNOW I have plans for that!

    Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned cocktail recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    Because it's a full-bodied, smoky drink, I wanted to pair it with some citrus to lighten and brighten its mood up a bit. Then I added rosemary to round out the holiday spirit with this simple syrup.

    Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned cocktail recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    Cocktail garnishes

    Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned cocktail recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    Want to get really fancy? Garnish this Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned cocktail with some candied oranges or even candied ginger.

    I'm a mom of two who is trying to run two full-time businesses, manage a house, juggle holiday madness, etcetera etcetera. So there's nothing fancy about ANYTHING in my life right now. That said: candied garnishes are so easy and if you can do it, I say go for it!

    Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned cocktail recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    Pendleton Midnight is made by Hood River Distillers, Inc., with a brand new distillery open to the public in Hood River, Oregon. If you are traveling through Portland, be sure to make the hour drive out there to check it out! They are one of my favorite local distillers!

    Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned cocktail recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

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    Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned cocktail recipe

    Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned

    5 from 2 votes
    Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Total Time: 10 minutes mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    This is a bright, herbal twist on the classic Old Fashioned cocktail recipe. It's perfect to help lighten up any dark, cold winter night!
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 240kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 2 oz Pendleton Midnight Whisky or other dark whisky
    • 1 oz rosemary syrup see below
    • 3-4 drops bitters I use grapefruit but you could use any citrus bitters
    • 1 tablespoon orange juice

    Instructions

    • Make the Rosemary Citrus Simple Syrup:
    • In a small saucepan, combine ¼ cup water, 2 tablespoons sugar, 3-5 orange slices, a few sprigs of fresh rosemary.
    • Mix over medium heat until sugar has dissolved, which just takes a minute or so.
    • Remove from heat, strain liquid into a separate bowl, and cool to room temperature.
    • Stir whisky, 1 teaspoon rosemary citrus syrup, and bitters well in a shaker then pour over ice in a glass. Garnish with orange slices and a small sprig of rosemary.
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 43mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.


    What's your favorite whisky cocktail? Or, if you don't like whisky, what's your favorite wintertime beverage?


    Thanks to Pendleton Whisky for providing me with a sample to work with in creating this and other recipes. All opinions and photos are, as always, my own. 

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      1. Kristina says

        December 14, 2015 at 7:46 pm

        hey, they told me I was first!

        *kidding* ;)

        we love whiskey, and I know my husband will love this recipe! beautiful photos...

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      2. Erin @ Platings and Pairings says

        December 14, 2015 at 6:36 pm

        What lovely photographs - This really does sound like a perfect cocktail for chilly nights! Your styling is beautiful as well!

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      3. Dawne says

        December 14, 2015 at 5:30 pm

        I'm a straight Bourbon or whiskey girl but I have been known to enjoy a well made old fashioned or Manhattan. I love when people experiment with flavors like a walnut or red pepper bitters...rosemary wasn't even on my radar. Very excited to try this.

        http://Www.dawnehanks.com

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      4. Jen says

        December 14, 2015 at 5:24 pm

        I'm in BC right now and I can't find it anywhere! Kind of odd considering it's distilled in Canada, and kind of sad because this seems like the perfect drink for a cold winter night... Guess I'll have to wait until we get back to the States. :)

        Reply
      5. Mary says

        December 14, 2015 at 4:24 pm

        My gosh that looks delicious! I love the rosemary idea. I, too, love a good whisky cocktail, but they can be rather heavy. This one looks super refreshing!

        Reply
      6. Julia says

        December 14, 2015 at 3:34 pm

        This cocktail looks like the perfect thing to sip on during the holidays!

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      7. Catherine says

        December 14, 2015 at 12:06 pm

        I love the sound of this. Even more I love your photographs. Can you please come and stage a drink cart for my Christmas dinner? ;)

        Reply
      8. Pech says

        December 14, 2015 at 11:42 am

        A++ on the styling of the shoot, and love the idea (though not the effort) of pretty candied oranges with the rosemary and this cocktail. I love the combination of smoky Whiskey with bright acidity, like it's deep and thoughtful and cheerful and refreshing haha

        Reply
      9. Linda @ Food Huntress says

        December 14, 2015 at 11:26 am

        It looks so refreshing!. I'm really into cocktails recenly and I'll have to try this one. Beautiful pictures also.

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      10. Rachel Lloyd says

        December 14, 2015 at 11:23 am

        I love using rosemary in drink, especially around the holidays because it's so festive! I love the look AND taste. 2 for 1. This drink sounds RIGHT up my alley. I have regular Pendleton on my bar cart right now, might have to make one this afternoon.

        Reply
      11. Bill Volckening says

        December 14, 2015 at 11:09 am

        5 stars
        Hmmm...wintertime beverages? Probably red wine, but I love the infusion of herbs in cocktails. Rosemary and citrus sounds divine.

        Reply
      12. Michele Francisco says

        December 14, 2015 at 10:41 am

        Oh this cocktail looks delicious! Might have to be our Christmas evening drink after we run out of wine.... ;)

        Reply
      13. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says

        December 14, 2015 at 9:04 am

        Our winter has been so mild outside!! But I could enjoy this drink any time, right?! Haha, I am all for this and like that you used grapefruit bitter!

        Reply
      14. Marye says

        December 14, 2015 at 7:28 am

        Oh my, this sounds so good! I am going to need to try this!

        Reply
      15. Kim Beaulieu says

        December 14, 2015 at 1:53 am

        This is one stunning drink. Your photos are absolutely beautiful. I've never tried Pendleton Whisky, is it available in Canada? I'm going to have to look for it. I love using Whisky to cook. I make burgers with whisky sauce over them, seriously yummy!

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      16. Laura says

        December 14, 2015 at 1:48 am

        I wish it was cold outside! Those of us on east coast are dying for some of the right weather! Especially because drinks like this sound perfect for it!

        Reply
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