Description
A cozy twist on the classic Old Fashioned cocktail, combining rich bourbon with the natural sweetness of pure maple syrup and crisp apple cider. Enhanced with aromatic orange bitters and garnished with cinnamon sticks, this drink is perfect for autumn evenings or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 5 ounces bourbon (Four Roses Single Barrel recommended)
- 1 ounce pure maple syrup (Finding Home Farms brand suggested)
- 1 ounce apple cider
Additional Ingredients
- 4-6 dashes of orange bitters
- Cinnamon sticks for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the shaker: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice to chill the ingredients properly.
- Add ingredients: Pour in 5 ounces of bourbon, 1 ounce of pure maple syrup, 1 ounce of apple cider, and add 4-6 dashes of orange bitters into the shaker.
- Shake well: Vigorously shake the mixture until well combined and chilled, around 10-15 seconds.
- Strain into glasses: Strain the cocktail evenly into two rocks glasses filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Garnish: Place a cinnamon stick in each glass to add a subtle warmth and a beautiful presentation.
Notes
- Use high-quality bourbon for best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup to suit your preferred sweetness.
- Ensure the apple cider is fresh and unsweetened for balance.
- This cocktail is best served immediately while cold and refreshing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
