Gingerbread Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe
A warm and cozy spin on the classic cocktail with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Gingerbread spices with just the right sweetness stirred into muddled orange, cherry and bourbon.
How to Make the Best Gingerbread Old Fashioned Cocktail
This gingerbread old fashioned cocktail is the perfect holiday drink that brings festive spice and warmth to any gathering. By combining homemade gingerbread syrup with classic bourbon and muddled citrus, you get a sophisticated cocktail that tastes like the holidays in a glass—without the complexity of other seasonal cocktails.
The homemade gingerbread syrup is the star of this drink, infusing the cocktail with warm spices like ginger and cinnamon while the molasses adds depth and a touch of richness. When muddled with fresh orange and a candied cherry, these flavors combine beautifully with the bourbon to create a perfectly balanced, warming drink. The whole preparation takes just minutes, making it ideal for entertaining during the busy holiday season.
Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or enjoying a cozy night in, this gingerbread old fashioned delivers the comfort and indulgence of a well-crafted cocktail with a festive twist. The optional flamed orange zest garnish adds a sophisticated finishing touch that’s sure to impress your guests.
Gingerbread Old Fashioned Cocktail
A warm and cozy spin on the classic cocktail with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Gingerbread spices with just the right sweetness stirred into muddled orange, cherry and bourbon.
Ingredients
Gingerbread Syrup
Cocktail
Instructions
Gingerbread Syrup
- In a medium size saucepan, combine the ingredients. Heat over medium heat, stirring until combined.
- Bring to a slow boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes - stirring occasionally. Let cool 5 minutes before using.
Cocktail
- In a short tumbler glass, muddle the orange slice and cherry until lightly smashed.
- Pour in the gingerbread syrup and bourbon.
- Fill the glass 3/4 of the way with crushed or cubed ice.
- Stir with a cocktail spoon until all the syrup and bourbon have combined, about 10 to 15 seconds.
- Optional: Using a vegetable peeler, peel a piece of orange zest. Heat the outside of the zest with a lighter for 1 to 2 seconds then rub on the lip of the glass. Garnish with a fresh candied cherry.
Notes
- Orange slices work best when freshly cut.
- The gingerbread syrup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.