April Cocktail of the Month: Chocolate Orange Old Fashioned

Looking to swap your Easter chocolate for something a bit more refined? We'd suggest you try this chocolate orange old fashioned recipe. The chocolate orange old fashioned is a smooth whisky cocktail with a zesty citrus and chocolatey kick.

Chocolate and orange are an unexpected pairing that just work. The bittersweet depth of chocolate blends beautifully with bright citrus notes. Add in a smooth whisky base and you’ve got a luxurious sip perfect for slow spring evenings or a more sophisticated way to enjoy the season’s sweet flavours.

Chocolate Orange Old Fashioned Ingredients:

• 50ml of whisky

• 10ml chocolate liqueur

• 5ml orange syrup

• 3 dashes angostura bitters

• Orange twist (to garnish)

Top Tip:

To level up this chocolate orange old fashioned recipe, rim your glass lightly with grated chocolate. It’s a small detail that makes the drink look great and taste even better because there’s no such thing as too much chocolate.

Recommended Whisky:

For this Easter cocktail, we recommend using a trusted Scotch whisky such as Glenfiddich. Their smooth, well-balanced flavour profiles pair beautifully with the richness of chocolate and the brightness of orange.

If you want to really go all out, why not try whisky such as the Macallan The Harmony Collection Whisky Rich Cocoa? Crafted to bring the worlds of chocolate and whisky together, its deep cocoa notes make it a perfect match for this cocktail.

Chocolate Orange Old Fashioned Recipe

1. Add your whisky, chocolate liqueur, orange syrup and bitters into a mixing glass.

2. Fill with ice and stir gently for around 30 seconds until well-chilled.

3. Serve a rocks glass over a large ice cube.

4. Garnish the cocktail with an orange twist.

5. As an option, rim the glass with the orange twist, then lightly coat the rim with grated chocolate.

Indulge in Easter Cocktails This April at Lochs of Whisky

Whether you're hosting an Easter get-together or looking to wind down with something special, this chocolate orange old fashioned is a top pick for your Easter cocktails.

At Lochs of Whisky, we’ve handpicked a selection of classic and rare whiskies, perfect for both sipping and mixing into cocktails. If you’re looking for more cocktail inspiration or whisky recommendations, we’re here to help – just get in touch or explore our extensive whisky collection. We have plenty more cocktail ideas. You can explore our five classic whisky cocktails or take a look at last month’s cocktail of the month.