Paul Kushner
When it starts to get chilly outside and the leaves begin to change, sometimes you need a bit of spice to warm you up.
Cinnamon always does it for me, especially when it’s incorporated in a stiff cocktail.
The beauty of cinnamon cocktails is that they can be made sweet or a bit spicy, served warm or cold.
It’s a versatile spice that just fits the Fall weather perfectly.
So, with Autumn approaching, I recommend taking a look at this list of what I consider to be the absolute best cinnamon cocktails to make this season.
Cinnamon Maple Whiskey Sour
Starting with something simple, the Cinnamon Maple Whiskey Sour is a perfect way to kick off the season.
It’s just like a classic Whiskey Sour but with a bit of a spicy-sweet twist.
This cinnamon cocktail recipe is easy to make in larger batches for a group of friends, too.
Cinnamon Maple Whiskey Sour
Starting with something simple, the Cinnamon Maple Whiskey Sour is a perfect way to kick off the season.
It’s just like a classic Whiskey Sour but with a bit of a spicy-sweet twist.
This cinnamon cocktail recipe is easy to make in larger batches for a group of friends, too.
Cinnamon Spiced Old Fashioned with Muddled Blood Orange
If a regular Old Fashioned sounds a bit boring to you, then why don’t we spice it up a bit?
the blood orange and the cinnamon work wonders together in this cocktail. It’s sure to give you a nice warm, fuzzy feeling while you sip.
Just pick out your favorite bourbon and mix one up!
Cinnamon Tequila Sour
The Cinnamon Tequila Sour is the next one up and I think you’ll really love this one, especially if you enjoy tequila cocktails.
This cocktail is simple and only requires tequila, simple syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon, egg whites, and ice.
The egg whites are optional but I highly recommend them.
Cinnamon Bourbon Fizz
The Cinnamon Bourbon Fizz takes a bit more effort than some of these other cinnamon cocktails but it is all worth, trust me.
You need to mix up some cinnamon honey simple syrup, first. Don’t worry, it’s easy!
After that, all you need is your favorite bourbon, some aperol, lemon juice, bitters, and a touch of sparkling water.
Apple Pie Cinnamon Cocktail
Who doesn’t love apple pie? I certainly do, and it’s even better in cocktail form!
This one is easy as pie, so you don’t need to be a mixologist to pull it off. Plus, this drink never fails to impress guests.
I recommend paying a little bit more and getting some high-quality apple cider for this one. It’s worth it!
Cinnamon Spiced Manhattan Cocktail
Even the most classic cocktails can be improved with a touch of cinnamon, and the Manhattan is no exception.
This is another simple cinnamon cocktail to try this fall and it requires no mixing of simple syrup, just a shaker cup.
This one will really warm you up!
Cinnamon White Russian
White Russians are one of my favorite drinks all year round, but during the fall I like to add a dash of cinnamon.
This recipe calls for cinnamon simple syrup and a cinnamon-sugar rim. It really enhances the experience, if you ask me!
Cranberry Cinnamon Cocktail
This Cranberry Cinnamon Cocktail is a phenomenal balance of sweet, sour, and spicy all at once.
Not to mention, this is probably the easiest cocktail on the list, so it’s perfect for a Fall evening out by the fire where cocktail ingredients may be limited.
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cocktail
Now, for a really fun cinnamon cocktail. All you cereal lovers out there will thoroughly enjoy this one.
All you need is Rumchata, Fireball whiskey, and some half & half cream combined in a shaker and poured into a cinnamon-sugar-rimmed glass is all it takes to craft this sugary masterpiece.
Perfect for a Sunday morning brunch!
Cinnamon Grapefruit Paloma
Speaking of brunch, the Cinnamon Grapefruit Paloma is another favorite of mine if I’m not in the mood for a mimosa and I want a taste of cinnamon.
The cinnamon-citrus combo is strong and definitely not for everyone, but I find it to be incredibly refreshing.
Always make sure you get fresh-squeezed juice for your cocktails if possible!
Cinnamon Roll Cocktail
Another contender for the easiest cocktail on the list is the Cinnamon Roll Cocktail.
This tasty cinnamon cocktail has two ingredients: Rum Chata and Khalua. You can garnish with a stick of cinnamon, but that is not essential.
This one is creamy, sweet, and always a hit at Fall gatherings.
Orange Cinnamon Moscow Mule
This is a cinnamon cocktail that I really wasn’t sure about until I tried it myself.
The Orange Cinnamon Moscow Mule sounded strange at first, but now I almost like it more than a traditional Mule.
The only drawback is that you need to either mix or buy cinnamon simple syurp for this one.
Smoked Cinnamon & Maple Whiskey Sour
The Smoked Cinnamon & Maple Whiskey Sour is delicious and gets bonus points for presentation.
Bourbon, simple syrup, lemon juice, and maple syrup are all you need as far as ingredients go.
After mixing, simply garnish with a cinnamon stick, light it on fire, and serve it to your friends!
Cinnamon Apple Cider Mimosa
Back to brunch for a second! I want to mention the Cinnamon Apple Cider Mimosa.
It’s just like your typical mimosa, but instead of orange juice, you use apple cider and add a bit of cinnamon whiskey.
As always, I recommend buying quality apple cider. It makes for a big difference in taste!
Gingerbread Gin and Tonic
Lastly, I thought I’d include something for anyone reading this who happens to like gin drinks.
This recipe requires you to make spice-infused amaretto, but it’s not that much work, really.
After that, just mix it with some gin, triple sec, and tonic! It’s a very creative cocktail that blew me away when I tried it.
15 Cinnamon Cocktail Recipes
Enjoy the sweet taste of cinnamon in these cinnamon infused cocktails!
Ingredients
- Cinnamon Maple Whiskey Sour
- Cinnamon Tequila Sour
- Cinnamon Spiced Old Fashioned
- Cinnamon Bourbon Fizz
- Apple Pie Cinnamon Cocktail
- Cinnamon Spiced Manhattan
- Cinnamon White Russian
- Cranberry Cinnamon Cocktail
- Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cocktail
- Cinnamon Grapefruit Paloma
- Cinnamon Roll Cocktail
- Orange Cinnamon Moscow Mule
- Smoked Cinnamon & Maple Whiskey Sour
- Cinnamon Apple Cider Mimosa
- Gingerbread Gin and Tonic
Instructions
- Choose your favorite recipe
- Collect the ingredients
- Create the drink
- Serve and enjoy
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