Thanksgiving Bourbon Maple Cocktails
A delightful blend of spicy bourbon, sweet maple syrup, and refreshing ginger beer, capturing the essence of autumn in each sip.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon Choose a quality bourbon for the best flavor.
- 1 oz maple syrup Use real maple syrup for an authentic taste.
- 3 oz ginger beer Opt for a spicy ginger beer to complement the bourbon.
- Ice Crushed or cubed ice works well for chilling.
- Fresh ginger or a cinnamon stick for garnish Optional; adds a lovely touch to the presentation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients to ensure a smooth cocktail-making process.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon and maple syrup.
- Fill the shaker with ice to cool the mixture.
- Secure the lid on the shaker and shake well for about 15-20 seconds.
- Take a glass filled with ice and strain the mixture into the glass.
- Gently pour in ginger beer on top of the bourbon mixture.
- Use a stirring stick to give the drink a gentle stir.
- Garnish your cocktail with a slice of fresh ginger or a cinnamon stick.
- Serve the cocktail immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, mix sparkling apple cider with ginger beer and a splash of maple syrup. Store leftover ingredients in airtight containers; bourbon and maple syrup are shelf-stable.