Gingerbread Old Fashioned
This gingerbread old fashioned is a cozy holiday twist on a classic cocktail. Warm bourbon (or whiskey), homemade gingerbread syrup, and aromatic bitters come together for the perfect balance of spice, sweetness, and citrusy brightness. Garnished with orange peel and a cinnamon stick, it’s festive, easy to make, and guaranteed to impress at your next gathering!
Equipment
- 1 Cocktail mixer (or just a jar/container big enough to hold ice and stir)
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon or whiskey
- ½ oz gingerbread syrup or more, to taste
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- orange peel for garnish
- cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions
- Combine: In a mixing glass, combine bourbon, gingerbread syrup, and bitters.
- Stir: Add ice and stir until well-chilled, about 20–30 seconds.
- Serve: Strain over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.
- Garnish: Express the orange peel over the drink, then drop it in. Add a cinnamon stick for that cozy touch.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness: If you prefer a drier drink, reduce the gingerbread syrup to ¼ oz or add an extra dash of bitters.
- Use quality spirits: The better the bourbon or whiskey, the smoother and more flavorful your cocktail will be.
- Garnish alternatives: Swap the cinnamon stick for a star anise pod or a thin slice of candied ginger for a twist.
- Make it non-alcoholic: Replace bourbon with a non-alcoholic whiskey substitute or strong black tea for a zero-proof version.
- Spice up the syrup: For more depth, simmer your gingerbread syrup with a clove-studded orange slice before using.
- Serve with flair: Rim the glass with crushed gingerbread cookies for an extra fun presentation.
Nutrition
Serving: 2.5ozCalories: 179kcalCarbohydrates: 11gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 11gCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg
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