Whiskey Maple Cinnamon Old Fashioned

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A cozy twist on the classic Old Fashioned featuring rich maple syrup and a subtle cinnamon note to enhance the warmth of the whiskey. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, maple 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 195 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.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 195 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 0.5 oz maple syrup and 3 dashes of Angostura bitters into a mixing glass.
  2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz rye whiskey over the syrup and bitters.
  3. Step 3: Fill the mixing glass with large ice cubes and stir gently for 30 seconds to chill and slightly dilute.
  4. Step 4: Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass over a single large clear ice cube.
  5. Step 5: Lightly toast a cinnamon stick with a lighter to release its aroma, then place it standing in the glass.
  6. Step 6: Express a wide strip of orange peel over the surface to release oils, rim the glass with the peel, and rest it elegantly on the rim as garnish.

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