Chill the Glass:

Begin by chilling an Old Fashioned glass by filling it with ice, and set it aside for a few minutes.

Mix the Ingredients:

In a mixing glass, combine the Jamaican rum, crème de cacao, and banana liqueur.

Add the two dashes of Angostura bitters to incorporate the traditional Old Fashioned flavor profile.

Stir:

Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir the mixture for about 30 seconds to chill and dilute the cocktail slightly. This ensures a smooth taste.

Prepare the Glass:

Empty the ice from your Old Fashioned glass.

Optionally, you can express (squeeze to release oils) an orange twist inside the glass to coat it with a citrus note before adding the drink.

Strain:

Strain the cocktail into the chilled Old Fashioned glass over a large ice cube. Using a large cube slows down the dilution, keeping your drink strong and flavorful longer.

Garnish and Serve:

Garnish with an orange twist and a skewer of cherries.

Serve immediately and enjoy the deep, complex flavors with a tropical nuance.