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Christmas Old Fashioned

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The Christmas Old Fashioned is a warm and festive cocktail that combines bourbon with cozy spices and bright citrus, making it a delightful addition to your holiday celebrations.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 cinnamon stick (or 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon)
  • 1 tablespoon cardamom pods, lightly crushed (or 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom)
  • 8 ounces (1 cup) bourbon
  • 4 ounces (1/2 cup) fresh lemon juice
  • 4 ounces (1/2 cup) fresh orange juice
  • 34 tablespoons maple cardamom syrup
  • 34 dashes bitters
  • Ginger beer, for topping (optional)
  • Orange zest and sugared cranberries, for garnish

Instructions

  • Prepare the maple cardamom syrup by boiling water, maple syrup, cinnamon, and cardamom for 2-3 minutes.
  • In a rocks glass, stir bourbon, lemon juice, orange juice, bitters, and maple cardamom syrup.
  • Fill the glass with ice and top with ginger beer, if desired.
  • Garnish with sugared cranberries and an orange slice.

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Notes

For a sweeter drink, add more maple syrup and adjust citrus to taste.
Try using different whiskeys for unique flavors.
Make the maple cardamom syrup ahead and store it in the refrigerator.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Cocktail
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 30
  • Sodium: 0
  • Fat: 0
  • Saturated Fat: 0
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 34
  • Fiber: 0
  • Protein: 0
  • Cholesterol: 0