Campfire Marshmallow Old Fashioned
A smoky, sweet twist on the classic Old Fashioned with toasted marshmallow syrup and a hint of campfire smoke. Perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
- Bourbon: 60 ml (2 oz)
- Toasted marshmallow syrup: 15 ml (1/2 oz)
- Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
- Orange bitters: 1 dash
- Large ice cube
- For syrup: Mini marshmallows: 1 cup, Sugar: 1/2 cup, Water: 1/2 cup
Garnish
Orange peel, toasted marshmallow on pick (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Make toasted marshmallow syrup: Toast marshmallows over flame until golden and charred. Combine with equal parts sugar and water, simmer until dissolved, strain.
- 2
Add bourbon, toasted marshmallow syrup, and bitters to a mixing glass with ice.
- 3
Stir for 30 seconds until well-chilled.
- 4
Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
- 5
Express orange peel over the drink and discard (or use as garnish).
- 6
Optional: Lightly torch a marshmallow and place on a cocktail pick as garnish.
Notes
The toasted marshmallow syrup is key - don't skip the charring step. It adds a campfire smokiness that makes this drink special. The syrup keeps refrigerated for 2 weeks. For extra smoke, use a smoking gun with applewood chips.
What This Is
Old Fashioned with toasted marshmallow syrup. Campfire smoke meets bourbon. Works better than it sounds.
The Syrup
Toast marshmallows over flame until golden with char. The char is where the campfire flavor comes from. Simmer with equal parts sugar and water, strain. Keeps 2 weeks refrigerated.
Don’t skip the charring. Lightly toasted marshmallows taste like marshmallows. Charred marshmallows taste like campfire.
The Build
Stir, don’t shake. Old Fashioneds are stirred for clarity and texture. Large ice cube keeps it cold without over-diluting.
Use good bourbon. This isn’t a mixer-heavy drink - the bourbon is the base, not background.
Express orange peel over the drink. The oils matter.
If You Want to Adjust It
Add mezcal for more smoke. Use rye instead of bourbon for spice. Rim the glass with graham cracker crumbs if you want full s’mores vibes.