Agave Old-Fashioned

Old Fashioned & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Agave Old-Fashioned cocktail containing Cazadores Añejo Tequila, AquaRiva Organic Agave Syrup, Angostura Aromatic Bitters in a Old-Fashioned.

Curiada Ingredients

2.50 fl oz Cazadores Añejo Tequila or alternative
3.00 dash Angostura Aromatic Bitters or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.25 fl oz AquaRiva Organic Agave Syrup

Directions

Add one shot of tequila to old-fashioned glass
Add three dry ice cubes
Stir mixture
Add sugar syrup and Angostura bitters
Add two more ice cubes
Stir again
Add remaining tequila and two more ice cubes
Stir once more
Top with additional ice if there is room
Garnish with orange zest twist

Cocktail Description

The Agave Old-Fashioned transforms tequila into a contemplative sipper that might just convert the most devoted whiskey loyalists.

This elegant variation swaps bourbon for aged añejo tequila, creating a cocktail with remarkable depth—warm vanilla and caramel notes from barrel aging harmonize beautifully with the earthy, slightly peppery character of blue agave. The organic agave syrup adds a natural sweetness that complements rather than masks the spirit's character, while Angostura bitters provide that classic spiced backbone. Perfect for quiet evenings or as a sophisticated nightcap, this cocktail requires minimal ingredients but rewards careful technique, particularly the gradual dilution from methodical stirring. The preparation isn't complicated, but patience during the building process yields the proper balance and silky texture. It pairs wonderfully with rich, savory dishes like grilled steak with chimichurri, dark chocolate desserts, or a simple plate of manchego cheese and marcona almonds.