Coffee Old Fashioned

A glass of Coffee Old Fashioned with a large ice cube and a lemon twist garnish, illuminated by warm, low lighting.
A glass of Coffee Old Fashioned with a large ice cube and a lemon twist garnish, illuminated by warm, low lighting.

The Coffee Old Fashioned is a modern take on one of the world's most iconic whiskey cocktails. By replacing sugar with MiBebee Coffee Liqueur, crafted from 100% Kenyan Arabica coffee, this version adds layers of roasted coffee, dark chocolate and caramel while preserving the character of a classic Old Fashioned.

Perfect as an after-dinner drink or evening sipper, it's a cocktail that rewards simplicity and quality ingredients.

FLAVOUR - DARK Chocolate, Caramel, ROASTED COFFEE, ORANGE ZEST  

INGREDIENTS

50ML Bourbon Whiskey

20ML MiBebee Coffee Liqueur

2 dashes Angostura Bitters

Orange Peel

Large Ice Cube

KEY FACTS

Prep Time: 2 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

Serves: 1

Glassware: Old Fashioned (Rocks Glass)

Spirit: Bourbon Whiskey

Liqueur: MiBebee Coffee Liqueur

Garnish: Orange Peel

Occasion: After Dinner • Evening Sipper • Whiskey Lovers

Flavour Profile: Rich • Roasted Coffee • Dark Chocolate • Caramel

HOW TO MAKE A Coffee Old Fashioned

  • Person pouring ice into a metal cocktail shaker at a bar, with a cocktail glass nearby.

    STEP 1 - Fill an Old Fashioned glass with a large ice cube.

    Place a large ice cube in a glass. Large ice cubes work best because they melt more slowly, preventing the drink from becoming too diluted.

  • Pour in the bourbon and MiBebee Coffee Liqueur.

    STEP 2 - Pour in the bourbon and MiBebee Coffee Liqueur

    Add the bourbon and MiBebee Coffee Liqueur, crafted with premium Kenyan Arabica coffee. This combination creates the signature balance of warm whiskey, roasted coffee and smooth caramel notes.

  • A bartender pours Angostura bitters from a bottle into a cocktail shaker in a bar setting with MiBebee Coffee Liqueur .

    Step 3 - Add two dashes of Angostura bitters

    A couple of dashes of Angostura bitters bring depth and complexity, balancing the sweetness of the coffee liqueur while enhancing the bourbon's oak and spice.

  • Bartender stiring MiBebee coffee liqueur for a Coffee Old Fashioned.

    Step 4 - Stir gently for 20 to 30 seconds until chilled

    Gently stir the cocktail for around 20–30 seconds. Stirring chills the drink while preserving its silky texture and crystal-clear appearance, hallmarks of a classic Old Fashioned.

  • A bartender garnishing a cocktai to make a Coffee Old Fashioned cocktail.

    Step 5 - Garnish & Serve

    Express the oils from a fresh orange peel over the glass before using it as a garnish. The bright citrus aroma perfectly complements the rich coffee, dark chocolate and caramel notes in the cocktail.

ABOUT the Old Fashioned

A glass of Coffee Old Fashioned garnished with a lemon twist, and a bottle of Mibebee coffee liqueur on a concrete ledge with a textured wall background.

The Coffee Old Fashioned is a modern twist on the classic Old Fashioned, one of the world's oldest and most celebrated whiskey cocktails.

The History Old Fashioned

By combining bourbon with coffee liqueur instead of traditional sugar, it brings together the rich character of roasted coffee and the warmth of aged whiskey. Today, the Coffee Old Fashioned is a favourite among whiskey and coffee lovers alike, offering a smooth, sophisticated cocktail that highlights the depth of both ingredients. With MiBebee Coffee Liqueur, crafted from premium Kenyan Arabica coffee, this timeless classic gains an extra layer of chocolate, caramel and vibrant coffee flavour.