Código Tequila Old Fashioned
Whether you choose Reposado’s smoky vanilla and oak notes or the deep, barrel-aged smoothness of Añejo to personalize this old fashioned tequila riff, you’ll be sipping on a winter-ready revamp of the classic cocktail. The result is a balanced blend, both elegant enough for a holiday gathering and effortless enough to mix on a quiet night in.
The Key to A Great Tequila Old Fashioned
A tequila old fashioned brings together everything you want in a winter cocktail—warmth, richness, and just enough brightness to keep each sip lively. A Reposado base offers soft vanilla, gentle smoke, and rounded oak character, while Añejo deepens the experience with rich, mature layers shaped by extended aging.
Elevate your tequila old fashioned recipe with quality bitters and the right sweetener, which can subtly shift the drink’s personality. Agave syrup keeps things clean and classic, while subbing in a hint of maple or spiced cranberry syrup can introduce cozy, fireside notes. Don’t forget that an old fashioned is only as strong as its structure, so the ice plays an important role. A large cube or elegant sphere melts slowly, preserving all that nuanced, aged-tequila flavor from the first sip to the last. Present the cocktail with a deliberate orange peel twist to add a welcoming citrus aroma that feels right at home this winter.
Ingredients
Servings: 1 Prep time: 5 minutes
2 parts Código 1530 Reposado or Añejo Tequila
¼ part agave syrup
2 dashes Angostura bitters
Orange peel
How to Prepare
1 Release the aromatic citrus oils by gently bending the orange peel over a short, chilled glass. Then, rub the peel over the rim.
2 Add Código 1530 Reposado or Añejo, agave syrup—or your preferred sweetener—and place the bitters directly into the glass.
3 Add one large ice cube (or an ice sphere for extra slow melting) and stir steadily until the drink is cold and silky.
More Ways to Enjoy Código 1530
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Añejo Tequila Old Fashioned
Añejo + orange bitters + agave nectar
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Código 1530 Margarita
Reposado + fresh lime + agave
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Spiced Pear Reposado Old Fashioned
Reposado + demerara + pear liqueur
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Añejo Manhattan
Añejo + sweet vermouth + bitters