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Cinnamon Old Fashioned

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Alcoholic Cocktail Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass 4 ingredients

Recipe

  • 2 oz Bourbon
  • 3 dashes Bitters
  • 1/2 oz Cinnamon Simple Syrup
  • Orange Peel

Instructions

Fill a rocks glass with ice. Pour in the bourbon, bitters, and cinnamon simple syrup. Stir to mix. Wring the orange zest over the glass to release its natural oils. Rub the zest around the rim, then drop it into the drink. (Cinnamon Simple Syrup Recipe: Place 3 cinnamon sticks, 1 cup sugar, and 1 cup water in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, and turn heat to medium-low. Simmer for 2 minutes, until fragrant. Remove the saucepan from heat. Remove the cinnamon sticks and discard. Pour the syrup into a heatproof glass container and refrigerate at least 12 hours, until chilled. Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 months.

About Cinnamon Old Fashioned

The Cinnamon Old Fashioned is a modern twist on the classic cocktail, infusing it with warm and aromatic cinnamon flavors. It starts with a base of bourbon, providing a rich and robust foundation. To enhance the complexity, cinnamon simple syrup is added, imparting a sweet and spicy note. A few dashes of bitters balance the sweetness and add depth to the drink. The cocktail is garnished with an orange peel, which adds a citrusy aroma and complements the cinnamon and bourbon flavors. Served over ice or stirred and strained into a glass, the Cinnamon Old Fashioned offers a delightful blend of warmth, spice, and sweetness, perfect for sipping and savoring on any occasion.

This cocktail is alcoholic, so drink responsibly! Best served in a Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass, though any glass works!

Feel free to get creative with substitutions — try different fruit types, sugar substitutes, or liquor brands. Crafting cocktails should be fun!

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This drink uses 4 core ingredients. Click any ingredient to find more drinks featuring it:

  1. Bourbon Whiskey
  2. Bitters
  3. Simple Syrup
  4. Orange(s)

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