{"id":19052,"date":"2025-10-13T09:54:49","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T07:54:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/?p=19052"},"modified":"2025-11-06T14:40:39","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T12:40:39","slug":"timeless-flavour-modern-spirit-celebrate-old-fashioned-week-with-angostura-orange-bitters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/timeless-flavour-modern-spirit-celebrate-old-fashioned-week-with-angostura-orange-bitters\/","title":{"rendered":"Timeless Flavour, Modern Spirit: Celebrate Old Fashioned Week with ANGOSTURA\u00ae Orange Bitters"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>From classic builds to contemporary reinventions, ANGOSTURA\u00ae remains a trusted staple on the global cocktail scene.<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">This October, the spotlight returns to one of mixology\u2019s most enduring icons, the Old Fashioned.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong> Crafted with intention and sipped with appreciation, it&#8217;s a cocktail that continues to captivate with its simplicity, sophistication, and enduring legacy.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>To honour this timeless serve this Old-Fashioned Week, ANGOSTURA\u00ae introduces a uniquely South African-inspired take: the Cape Citrus Old Fashioned. This reimagined version pairs the comforting warmth of locally distilled single malt whisky or potstill brandy with the floral richness of fynbos honey syrup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Elevated by the vibrant citrus spice of ANGOSTURA\u00ae orange bitters, it\u2019s a cocktail that nods to tradition while embracing bold, modern flavour.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Cape Citrus Old Fashioned Recipe<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>50ml South African Single Malt Whisky or Potstill Brandy<\/li>\n<li>10ml Fynbos Honey Syrup (2:1 honey to water)<\/li>\n<li>2 dashes ANGOSTURA\u00ae orange bitters<\/li>\n<li>1 dash ANGOSTURA\u00ae aromatic bitters<\/li>\n<li><em>Optional garnish:<\/em> Orange twist + fresh rosemary<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Method:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Stir all ingredients over ice until chilled and diluted to perfection.<\/li>\n<li>Strain into a rocks glass over a large cube of ice.<\/li>\n<li>Express the oils from an orange peel over the drink, then garnish with the peel and a sprig of rosemary if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The result is a spirit-forward serve with a velvety smooth texture, vibrant citrus brightness, and aromatic complexity, a cocktail that bridges heritage and innovation in every sip.<\/p>\n<p>This Old-Fashioned Week 10 October \u2013 19 October, take a moment to rediscover the drink that defined a category. Whether you\u2019re savouring it at your favourite cocktail bar or crafting it at home, let ANGOSTURA\u00ae orange bitters be your go-to ingredient for a serve that\u2019s anything but ordinary.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For more on the ANGOSTURA\u00ae range and inspiring cocktail recipes, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.angosturabitters.com\/\">www.angosturabitters.com<\/a>. Follow Angostura South Africa on Facebook \/Angostura South Africa and Instagram @AngosturaZA for updates, tips, fun facts, and recipe inspiration.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From classic builds to contemporary reinventions, ANGOSTURA\u00ae remains a trusted staple on the global cocktail scene. This October, the spotlight returns to one of mixology\u2019s most enduring icons, the Old Fashioned. Crafted with intention and sipped with appreciation, it&#8217;s a cocktail that continues to captivate with its simplicity, sophistication, and enduring legacy. 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