Rye Cinnamon Stirred Cocktail
A warm, aromatic drink made with rye whiskey, house-made cinnamon syrup, and bitters for depth. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, cinnamon syrup, angostura bitters for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 165 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. 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 rye whiskey
- 1/2 oz cinnamon syrup
- 2 dashes angostura bitters
- 1 orange twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz rye whiskey, 1/2 oz cinnamon syrup, and 2 dashes angostura bitters. Add a small ice cube and stir slowly for 30 seconds until the mixture is chilled and the syrup dissolves completely.
- Step 2: Strain into a chilled coupe glass, ensuring no ice chips remain. The syrup should create a smooth, slightly viscous texture that coats the glass.
- Step 3: Express the oils from a 1-inch orange twist over the drink by twisting it over the glass, then drop it into the cocktail as a garnish.
