Scandal Boggs ┃ Fashion, Beauty & Home

Bringing the essence of Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts straight to your home, this unofficial recipe recreates the exquisite Coffee Old Fashioned drink featured at the event. Embrace the fusion of rich coffee flavors, the warmth of whiskey, and the delicate sweetness that define this sophisticated cocktail.

This drink is based on the Coffee Old Fashioned Drink from the Craftsman Courtyard Booth at Epcot. Find more unofficial, dupe recipes from this festival here at my masterlist.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• 1 shot of espresso, cooled (approximately 1 oz)
• Orange peel, for garnish
• Coffee beans, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Espresso:
   • Brew a shot of espresso and let it cool to room temperature.
2. Prepare the Glass:
   • Choose a rocks glass for serving.
   • Optionally, rub the rim of the glass with the orange peel for an extra burst of aroma.
3. Add Ice:
   • Place a large ice cube or a few smaller cubes in the glass.
4. Combine Ingredients:
   • In a mixing glass, combine the bourbon or rye whiskey, simple syrup, and Angostura bitters.
   • Add the cooled shot of espresso to the mixture.
5. Stir:
   • Stir the ingredients well to combine and chill the mixture.
6. Strain into Glass:
   • Strain the mixture over the ice in the prepared rocks glass.
7. Express Orange Peel:
   • Hold the orange peel over the drink and give it a twist to express the oils.
   • Drop the twisted peel into the glass.
8. Garnish:
   • Optionally, garnish with a few coffee beans for an added visual and aromatic element.
9. Serve and Enjoy:
   • Sip and savor the unique combination of the rich coffee flavor, the warmth of whiskey, and the subtle sweetness from the simple syrup.

The Coffee Old Fashioned brings a sophisticated twist to the classic cocktail, making it perfect for those who appreciate the depth of coffee combined with the timeless elegance of an Old Fashioned. Adjust the sweetness to your preference by tweaking the simple syrup quantity. Cheers to a delightful coffee-infused cocktail experience!