Step 1

Using a vegetable peeler, peel off a 3 to 4 inch chunk of orange peel. Rub the peel along the rim of a cocktail glass, and set aside.

Step 2

Add the bourbon, bitters, maple syrup, and water into the glass. Gently stir until the maple syrup is dissolved.

Step 3

Add ice cubes.

Step 4

Twist the orange peel over the glass to release the oils, then add the orange peel to the cocktail.