Cinnamon-Orange Evening Stir
A warming stirred cocktail marrying fresh orange zest with cinnamon's sweet spice, designed to be savored slowly in a rocks glass. This cocktails & beverages-inspired quick meals ready in about 8 minutes pairs bourbon, sweet vermouth, cinnamon syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 1/2 oz cinnamon syrup
- 3 dashes orange bitters
- 1 cube large clear ice cube
- 1 wide strip orange peel
- 1 stick cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes to the top. Pour in 2 oz bourbon, 1 oz sweet vermouth, 1/2 oz cinnamon syrup, and add 3 dashes orange bitters.
- Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
- Step 3: Place one large clear ice cube into a rocks glass.
- Step 4: Strain the cocktail carefully over the ice cube.
- Step 5: Express the wide strip of orange peel over the surface of the drink, twisting to release oils, then rub it around the rim and place it inside the glass.
- Step 6: Garnish by resting a cinnamon stick on the rim for aroma.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon-Orange Evening Stir take to make?
Total time is about 8 minutes (8 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cinnamon-Orange Evening Stir?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bourbon from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon-Orange Evening Stir?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cinnamon-Orange Evening Stir for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cinnamon-Orange Evening Stir?
Cocktails & Beverages quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
