Rich, aromatic and beautifully spiced
The Tamarind Old Fashioned gives the timeless Old Fashioned a warm, tropical twist, combining aged rum with the rich sweet-sour character of Bandoeng’22 Spiced Tamarind Liqueur.
Aged rum brings notes of oak, vanilla, caramel and spice, while tamarind adds dark fruit, gentle acidity and subtle savory depth. Angostura bitters ties everything together with aromatic spice, and fresh orange oils lift the drink with a bright citrus finish.
Rich and complex, yet remarkably smooth, this is a slow-sipping cocktail that shows a completely different side of tamarind.
Ingredients
- 45 ml (1.5 oz) aged rum
- 15 ml (0.5 oz) Bandoeng’22 Spiced Tamarind Liqueur
- 2 dashes Angostura aromatic bitters
Glassware
Tumbler / rocks glass
Garnish
Orange zest, tamarind candy
Method
- Add the aged rum, Bandoeng’22 Spiced Tamarind Liqueur and Angostura bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice.
- Stir until well chilled and properly diluted.
- Strain into a tumbler over one large block of ice.
- Express the oils from an orange zest over the drink and garnish.
Flavor Profile
Rich, smooth and aromatic, with notes of aged rum, caramel and vanilla alongside deep tamarind fruit, warming spice and subtle acidity. Angostura adds aromatic complexity, while orange oils provide a fresh citrus lift.
A tropical take on a timeless classic
At its core, an Old Fashioned is about allowing the base spirit to shine, supported by sweetness, bitters and dilution. In this variation, Bandoeng’22 Spiced Tamarind Liqueur takes the place of the traditional sugar component.
The dark, concentrated fruit character of tamarind works naturally with aged rum. Both share notes that lean towards caramel, spice and dried fruit, while tamarind introduces a subtle acidity that gives the cocktail an extra dimension.
Rather than turning the Old Fashioned into a fruit-forward drink, the liqueur becomes part of the cocktail’s structure: adding sweetness, complexity and spice while allowing the aged rum to remain at the center.
Interested in more Tamarind Liqueur cocktail recipes?
Discover more of our favorite tamarind cocktails we call the Bandoeng’22 Tamarind Signature Serves; Spiced Tamarind Rujak, Tamarind Daiquiri or Spiced Tamarind Mezcalita.
Food pairing
The Bandoeng’22 Tamarind Old Fashioned pairs beautifully with:
- Char siu or glazed pork belly
- Beef rendang
- Roasted duck
- Grilled or barbecued meats
- Aged or hard cheeses
- Dark chocolate desserts
- Desserts with caramel, nuts or warm spices
