Ironclad Distillery Co.

Chai Old-Fashioned

Experience the exotic warmth of a modern classic with the Chai Old-Fashioned. Crafted with robust Ironclad Bourbon Whiskey, this cocktail infuses the timeless spirit of an Old-Fashioned with the aromatic complexity of vanilla-chai syrup and a bright burst of Regans’ Orange Bitters. The result is a smooth, sophisticated, and deeply satisfying whiskey cocktail that offers a perfect balance of spice, vanilla, and oak, ideal for sipping slowly.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Ironclad Bourbon Whiskey
  • 1/2 oz vanilla-chai syrup
  • 3 dashes Regans’ Orange Bitters
  • Garnish: Star anise pod

how to prepare

Prep: Gather your rocks glass and ensure the vanilla-chai syrup, Ironclad Bourbon Whiskey, and bitters are measured out.

Mix: Combine the bourbon, vanilla-chai syrup, and orange bitters in a mixing glass with a generous amount of fresh ice.

Stir: Stir the ingredients gently but thoroughly for approximately 30 seconds until the mixture is perfectly chilled and diluted.

Serve: Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass over a large, single block of fresh ice.

Garnish: Complete the experience by resting the star anise pod directly on top of the ice.

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TJ Dinch, Mixologist