In this tasty twist on a whiskey sour, fresh lime juice replaces the usual lemon, and homemade cinnamon syrup adds a spicy warmth to the cocktail. It's served accented with candied ginger and Luxardo cherries, the deeply flavored doyennes of the maraschino family.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes
Time 50m
Yield Makes 1 drink
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cinnamon Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, bring 2/3 cup water and cinnamon to a simmer; cook 10 minutes. Add sugar; stir until dissolved. Let cool completely, then refrigerate (with cinnamon) in an airtight container up to 1 week. (Makes 1/2 cup.)
- Cocktail: Combine bourbon, lime juice, and 3/4 ounce syrup in a cocktail shaker. Fill halfway with ice. Shake until outside of shaker is frosty, about 30 seconds. Strain over a large ice cube. Hold a spoon upside-down over cocktail and pour wine over top. Serve, garnished with ginger and cherry.
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Iriyanna Hargrove
[email protected]I love the way the cinnamon and lemon flavors play off of each other in this cocktail. It's a perfect balance of sweet and sour.
Ahmad khan Ahmad khan
[email protected]This is a great cocktail to make for a special occasion. It's easy to impress your guests with this one.
Sajib pal
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting cocktails to try, and this one definitely fits the bill. The cinnamon simple syrup is a great way to add a unique flavor to a classic sour.
Bokamoso Kutlwano Maphakisa
[email protected]This cocktail is perfect for a party. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.
odila zulaica
[email protected]This is a great cocktail for a fall or winter night. The cinnamon and nutmeg flavors are warm and inviting.
Sarwat Habib
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cinnamon in cocktails, but this one is really good. The cinnamon simple syrup is not overpowering and it really complements the other flavors in the drink.
Partihar Reactions
[email protected]The cinnamon sour is a delicious and refreshing cocktail. The cinnamon simple syrup is easy to make and adds a great flavor to the drink.
Johnson Muia
[email protected]This is one of my new favorite cocktails. The cinnamon simple syrup is a great addition and really makes this drink special.
IrfanYash Raaza
[email protected]So so good!
A.J The Mad Gamer
[email protected]This sour is the perfect way to enjoy cinnamon whiskey. It's also nice to not need egg white for the foam.
Temon Rock
[email protected]This is a great cocktail for a party or a special occasion. It's easy to make and always a hit with my friends.
admasu meshka (dave)
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this cocktail. The cinnamon simple syrup is easy to make and really takes this drink to the next level.
Mb Kamal
[email protected]This cinnamon sour cocktail is the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and boozy. The cinnamon simple syrup adds a warm and inviting flavor that really sets this cocktail apart.