Canadian Espresso Old Fashioned
Canada's smooth whisky meets the global espresso cocktail craze. Canadian whisky's gentle, approachable profile makes it an excellent canvas for espresso and bitters, creating a coffee cocktail that's less aggressive than bourbon but more complex than vodka. The gateway espresso cocktail for whisky beginners. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Canadian whisky
- 1 oz Fresh espresso
- 0.5 oz Maple syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- orange peel (garnish) garnish
- coffee beans (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Serve with chocolate cake, tiramisu, or coffee-rubbed brisket with espresso barbecue sauce. Canadian whisky's smoothness complements the rich coffee and chocolate notes while standing up to savory smoked meats.
Instructions
Pull a fresh espresso shot and let cool briefly
Combine Canadian whisky, espresso, maple syrup, and bitters in a mixing glass
Add ice and stir for 30 seconds
Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube
Express orange peel and drop in
Place 3 coffee beans on the ice
Tips
Crown Royal or Canadian Club work perfectly — their smoothness lets the coffee shine Real maple syrup (not pancake syrup) adds authentic Canadian character Stir, don't shake — maintain the Old Fashioned's silky texture