Gingerbread Old Fashioned
The Gingerbread Old Fashioned is a festive twist on the classic cocktail, combining bourbon with the warm, spiced flavors of gingerbread. This sophisticated drink is perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy night by the fire.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
- 1/2 oz gingerbread syrup store-bought or homemade
- 2-3 dashes aromatic bitters such as Angostura
- Orange peel for garnish
- Cinnamon stick optional, for garnish
- Ice preferably a large ice cube
Homemade Gingerbread Syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Place a large ice cube into an old-fashioned glass. If you don’t have a large cube, fill the glass with regular ice cubes.
- Pour 2 oz bourbon, 1/2 oz gingerbread syrup, and 2-3 dashes of aromatic bitters into the glass.
- Use a bar spoon to gently stir the ingredients for about 20-30 seconds, ensuring they are well combined and chilled.
- Take a piece of orange peel and hold it over the glass. Gently twist the peel to release its oils, then drop it into the drink. For a festive touch, add a cinnamon stick, which can also serve as a stirrer.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, spiced flavors of this holiday-inspired cocktail.
How to Make Gingerbread Syrup
- Combine water, brown sugar, and molasses in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Add ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and a pinch of salt.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
- Strain if necessary and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.