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Gingerbread Old Fashioned

The Gingerbread Old Fashioned blends bourbon and gingerbread syrup to create a smooth, festive cocktail perfect for holiday celebrations and cozy nights.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
  • 1/2 oz gingerbread syrup (store-bought or homemade)
  • 23 dashes aromatic bitters (such as Angostura)
  • Orange peel for garnish
  • Cinnamon stick (optional, for garnish)
  • Ice (preferably a large ice cube)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp molasses
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Place a large ice cube into an old-fashioned glass.
  • Pour bourbon, gingerbread syrup, and bitters into the glass.
  • Gently stir the ingredients for 20-30 seconds.
  • Garnish with orange peel and add a cinnamon stick if desired.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

Use high-quality bourbon or rye whiskey for better flavor.
Adjust the gingerbread syrup to your sweetness preference.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Cocktail
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12
  • Sodium: 5
  • Fat: 0
  • Saturated Fat: 0
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Fiber: 0
  • Protein: 0
  • Cholesterol: 0