WARM SPICED VANILLA COCKTAIL

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Cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, Irish cream, and bourbon make for a cozy hot cocktail that'll warm up the coldest of winter nights.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups milk (I use 2%, but whole would also be good)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 5-inch cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
2 star anise
1 vanilla bean (optional)
2/3 cup Irish cream liqueur (like Baileys)
1/3 cup bourbon (like Maker's Mark)
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • To a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, add the milk, maple syrup, cinnamon stick, nutmeg, and star anise. If using a vanilla bean, split it open and scrape out the seeds. Add the seeds and remainder of vanilla bean to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot and steaming. Reduce to low and heat for 5 minutes, being careful not to ever let it come to a full boil. Remove from heat. Place a fine-mesh sieve over a large heat-proof bowl and carefully pour the liquid over the sieve. Discard the solids. Add the liquid back to the saucepan. Stir in the Irish cream, bourbon, and vanilla extract.
  • To garnish the mug rims, pour the 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup into a small saucer. In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon, then pour it onto another small saucer. Dip the rims of the glasses into the maple syrup, then dip into the cinnamon and sugar mix, pressing to coat evenly. Flip over and fill glasses with the hot cocktail. Serve.

Karma Sharkas
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This cocktail is delicious! I love the combination of spices and the vanilla flavor.


Agogo Agogo
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This is the perfect drink to relax with after a long day. It's warm and comforting.


Lorik Ghosh
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This cocktail is a little too sweet for my taste. I think I'll add less sugar next time.


md Mumin Miah
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I'm not a big fan of vanilla, but I actually really enjoyed this cocktail. The spices really balance out the sweetness.


Benedict Munangati
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This cocktail is so easy to make! I just threw all the ingredients in a shaker and it was ready in minutes.


Tohid Rana
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I made this cocktail for my friends and they all loved it. It's definitely a keeper!


Fuad Jaz
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This is the perfect drink to serve at a holiday party. It's festive and delicious!


Eman Rajpot
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I didn't have any almond milk, so I used regular milk instead. It still turned out great!


joy ahamed
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This cocktail is a bit too strong for my taste. I think I'll use less rum next time.


Khuramkhanking Khuramkhanking
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I love the combination of spices in this cocktail! The nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla really give it a warm and inviting flavor. I also appreciate that it's not too sweet.


Shobha Karki
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This warm spiced vanilla cocktail is the perfect drink to enjoy on a cold winter night! It's creamy, flavorful, and has just the right amount of sweetness. I made it with almond milk and it turned out great!