 Place 1/2 tsp of loose sugar in the bottom of an Old-Fashioned glass.

 Add two or three healthy dashes of Angostura bitters and a tsp of water.
 Muddle until the sugar is dissolved.
 Add three ice cubes to the glass.
 Stir.
 Add 2 oz straight rye or bourbon whiskey.
 Stir again.
 Twist a thin-cut swatch of lemon or orange peel over the top. (Optional)
 Let sit for one minute.