The Caribbean Old Fashioned – Tropical Force Gently

The Caribbean Old Fashioned is a tropical take on the classic Old Fashioned. By replacing bourbon with aged or dark rum, the cocktail gains roundness, vanilla smoothness, and aromatic complexity. Enhanced with a splash of cane sugar and a few dashes of bitters, this drink is perfect for fans of elegant and robust spirits.

• 6 cl aged or dark rum
• 1 cl cane sugar syrup or 1 sugar cube
• 2 to 3 dashes of bitters (e.g., Angostura)
• Garnish: orange zest or maraschino cherry

1. In an old fashioned glass, add the sugar cube or pour in the sugar syrup.
2. Add the bitters and stir well.
3. Add a few ice cubes and pour the rum over them.
4. Stir slowly to blend the flavors.
5. Garnish with an expressed orange zest and a maraschino cherry.

- Use an aged agricole rum for a more intense and woody profile.
- Replace classic bitters with flavored ones (cocoa, orange, cinnamon).
- Add a pinch of ground cinnamon for a spiced version.

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