Maple Cinnamon Old Fashioned
This Maple Cinnamon Old Fashioned blends smooth bourbon, pure maple syrup, warm cinnamon, and aromatic bitters into a rich, cozy cocktail perfect for parties. Easy to batch and beautifully garnished, it’s the ultimate seasonal whiskey drink that feels both sophisticated and approachable.
Servings: 2
Equipment
- Mixing glass
- Bar spoon
- Jigger
- Strainer
- Rocks glass
- Large ice cube mold
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
- ½ oz pure maple syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 tsp cinnamon simple syrup
- 1 large ice cube
- 1 strip orange peel
- 1 stick cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Chill a rocks glass with ice while preparing the cocktail, then discard the ice.
- In a mixing glass filled with ice, add whiskey, maple syrup, bitters, and cinnamon simple syrup.
- Stir gently for 20–25 seconds until well chilled and properly diluted.
- Place a large ice cube in the chilled rocks glass and strain the cocktail over it.
- Express an orange peel over the drink, rub it around the rim, and place it in the glass. Add a cinnamon stick garnish and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use 100% pure maple syrup for best flavor
- Stir, do not shake, to maintain clarity and smooth texture
- A large ice cube prevents over-dilution
- For batching: multiply ingredients and add ¼ oz water per serving for dilution
- Add smoked orange peel for dramatic presentation
- Bourbon is smoother; rye adds spice and complexity
- Best served fresh over quality ice