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Winter Spice Old Fashioned

Winter Spice Old Fashioned

Prep Time: 4 minutes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Angostura Bitters, bourbon whiskey, cardamom and clove simple syrup, Christmas, christmas bourbon cocktails, Cynar, cynar cocktails, star anise
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces bourbon whiskey
  • ½ ounce Cynar
  • ½ ounce cardamom and clove simple syrup
  • 3 dashes Angostura bitters
  • Star anise for garnish

Instructions

  • Fill a mixing glass with plenty of ice.
  • Pour in the bourbon, Cynar, and cardamom and clove simple syrup.
  • Add three dashes of Angostura bitters to the mixture.
  • Stir the cocktail until it is well-chilled and the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  • Strain the cocktail into a coupe glass.
  • Garnish with a star anise for a warm, aromatic finish.

Notes

Pro Tips

  • For a homemade cardamom and clove simple syrup, simmer equal parts water and sugar with a few cardamom pods and whole cloves. Strain and cool before using.
  • If you prefer a slightly less bitter drink, reduce the Cynar to a quarter-ounce for a more balanced flavor.
  • Chilling the coupe glass beforehand keeps the cocktail cold longer and enhances the sipping experience.
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