An oldie but a goodie, chocolate lovers will adore this Chocolate Old-Fashioned with their favorite Johnnie Walker Scotch Whisky, a hint of zesty orange and lots of chocolate flavour thanks to a splash of Chocolate Port Liqueur, chocolate bitters and chocolate garnishes. Velvety and sweet, this whisky cocktail is a great after-dinner sipper.

Whisky is wonderful for many reasons, but one of my favorites is how well it pairs with so many flavours.

Its canvas of tasting notes — oak, caramel, smoke, molasses, vanilla and more which offers room for pairing with a spectrum of complementary flavors. 

Chocolate is another delicious pairing, bringing out the sweet caramel and vanilla flavours in Whisky.

This chocolate old-fashioned celebrates this duo, with a hint of coffee and orange zest.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Whisky lovers will adore it for its twist on the classic old-fashioned.
• It’s easy to make with just a few ingredients.

Serve it after a holiday meal or whip it up as the perfect date night cocktail. Enjoy it after dinner for a dessert drink or a tasty nightcap.

Glassware

Old-fashioneds are usually served in an old-fashioned glass AKA a rocks glass. They are short tumblers, often decorated with etching or unique patterns. Rocks glasses are a must-have for old-fashioned cocktails.

Ingredients

• 60ml Johnnie Walker Scotch Whisky
• 30ml Flaschengeist Chocolate Port liqueur
• 4-6 dashes chocolate
• 2 dashes coffee bitters, optional
• 2 dashes orange bitters, optional
• 1 piece orange zest, for garnish
• ½ teaspoon chocolate syrup, for garnish

Method

1. If using a chocolate syrup garnish, add chocolate syrup to a plate. Roll the edge of the glass in the syrup and shake off excess.
2. In a rocks glass or mixing glass, stir together chocolate port and bourbon.
3. Carefully lower in a large ice cube.
4. Top with bitters and garnish with a piece of orange zest. Twist the zest over the drink before you add it to release its essential oils and aroma.