Bourbon and root beer come together in this dark and fizzy Halloween cocktail with an optional dash of Angostura bitters. It's ready in just a few minutes, making it an easy party drink when you'd rather spend your time having fun with the Halloween decorations.
Fill a highball or long drink glass generously with Cubed ice.
Cubed ice
Pour in 2 oz Bourbon.
2 oz Bourbon
Add 1 dash Angostura bitters, if using.
1 dash Angostura bitters
Slowly top with the 5 oz A&W Root Beer.
5 oz A&W Root Beer
Stir gently once to combine.
Garnish with an Orange peel, if desired.
Orange peel
Serve immediately.
Notes
Keep the root beer and glass well chilled before making the cocktail. Pour the root beer slowly to keep the foam under control, and don't over-stir if you want to preserve as much carbonation as possible. The Angostura bitters and orange peel are both optional, so for an easy Halloween party drink, you can keep things as simple as bourbon, root beer, ice, and a glass.