Speyburn provided Champagne and Coconuts with some Scotch for us to try their Granty Burn Old Fashioned.
However, all opinions are our own.
Are you one of those purists who think that Scotch should be served straight up and neat, with no ice or additives?
If so, you probably aren’t even reading this recipe right now.
But, if you are still here with me, I hope that you will consider trying this Granty Burn Old-Fashioned Scotch Cocktail.
A Speyburn Scotch Cocktail
After all, this recipe comes straight from the people at Speyburn.
Considering that they make the 10-Year-Old Scotch used in the recipe, I was willing to give this cocktail a try.
And if you love Scotch, I’m willing to bet that this Granty Burn Old-Fashioned will make a believer out of you, too.
Besides – how can you resist a drink literally named after the Granty Burn stream of pure spring water that the Speyburn distillery uses to make its Scotch?
Speyburn is the only distillery using the spring water from Granty Burn, and that pure spring freshness really shows in their delicious Scotch.
Give it a try and you’ll see what I mean!
The Granty Burn Old Fashioned Scotch Cocktail
This recipe was kindly shared with us by the Good Folks at Speyburn where Jonathan Pogash is their Cocktail Guru.
It adds just a hint of sweetness to their scotch, and the citrus bitters give it just the right balance.
The Granty Burn Old Fashioned hits just the right notes with a hint of sweetness and orange bitters.
It takes its name from the stream in Scotland the distillery uses to make the scotch.
A low calorie whiskey cocktail
Making the drink is so simple, and it only has 101 calories!
That’s perfect if you’re counting your calories.
Ingredients you need to make the Granty Burn Old Fashioned Cocktail
- 2 1/2 oz. Speyburn 10 Year Old Scotch
- 1/2 oz. simple syrup
- 3 dashes orange bitters, we used Fee Brothers
- Orange peel, for garnish
You’ll need a vegetable peeler, spoon or whisk, and a beverage glass.
How to make your own simple syrup
If you’re making your own simple syrup, you’ll want to use a 1:1 ratio.
So if you’re making extra for other drinks, you can use 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar.
It will keep in the refrigerator for a couple of weeks, so I often make enough to use for several drinks.
If you want your simple syrup to last a bit longer, add a splash of vodka to the syrup.
It doesn’t add any flavor, but it helps to extend the shelf life of your refrigerated syrup.
Note: If you wish, you may substitute the simple syrup for a sugar cube if you’re a traditionalist about how you make your old fashioneds.
How to make the Granty Burn Old Fashioned
Making this drink is really simple.
If you are using store bought simple syrup, you may skip the next step.
To make your homemade simple syrup, place one part sugar and one part water in a sauce pan and bring it to a gentle boil.
Stir frequently to help the sugar dissolve.
Once it has dissolved, allow the syrup to cool.
You will want to decant the syrup into a bottle or other container.
I like to begin by putting my ice in the glass first so that the liquid chills as it pours over the ice.
You can use regular ice cubes, but if you like to use large ice squares or spheres, this is a particularly fun drink for those.
Pour the scotch over the ice followed by the simple syrup.
Add three dashes of Angostura Bitters.
If you like more or less, it’s okay to adjust but we find three dashes to be a nice amount.
Stir the drink gently but thoroughly.
Garnish with an orange peel.
If you have a cocktail pick, they look really pretty suspended above the drink.
But if you want to float the peel in the drink, that works too. Serve and enjoy!
Try another twist on an “old fashioned” with our Whisky Cherry Coke Smash made with Crown Royal.
It’s delicious!
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Granty Burn Old-Fashioned Scotch Cocktail
Equipment
- Measuring cup or jigger
- Cocktail Glass
- Spoon
- Citrus Peeler
Ingredients
- 2 ½ oz Speyburn 10 Year Old
- ½ oz Simple Syrup
- 3 dashes Orange Bitters
Instructions
- Measure the scotch and simple syrup.
- Add ingredients to a rocks glass with ice and stir well.
- Garnish with an orange peel.
Notes
Nutrition
Hi, I’m Jennifer. I love to cook and entertain. I have a lot of fun sharing traditional food and drink recipes as well as putting a new spin on the classics. I strive to provide easy to make recipes that are perfect for the home cook, bartender and entertainer.
I love a good old fashioned, and this recipe has such a nice history behind it.
Thanks! I’m so glad you liked the drink and the story.