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COCKTAILS
Ocho Old Fashioned
Created in the early 1900s, the Old Fashioned is deemed 'the original cocktail'. But even the most established cocktail classics can take a refresh. Try it with BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho dark rum instead of whisky.
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HOW TO MAKE A OCHO OLD FASHIONED
BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho is one of the oldest private rum blends in the world.
How to make a
Ocho Old Fashioned
Ingredients
- 50
ml BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho rum - 6.25
ml simple syrup - 2
dashes Angostura® bitters
Ocho Old Fashioned recipe
One step at a time
Step 1
Pour
Add all ingredients into a rocks glass.
Step 2
Chill
Fill with ice.
Step 3
Stir
Stir until well mixed and very cold.
Step 4
Garnish
Garnish with an orange peel twist.
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FAQ
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
What is gold rum?
Gold rum, also known as amber rum, usually provides rich and smooth flavours after being aged in barrels.
What is aged rum?
Rum can be aged anywhere from one year upwards. Aging rum can add additional complexity to its flavour and mouthfeel.
What type of rum goes in an old fashioned?
While the traditional old fashioned cocktail uses whiskey, we find that BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho rum works best to add exciting Caribbean tastes.
