Cocktail

Fairytale of New York

Spirit: Bourbon · Rye
Key Ingredients: Winter Spice Syrup
Vibe: Strong · Winter · Spice · Christmas
Glass: Low glass
Ice: Large ice cube
Serves: 1 or carafe
Garnish: Orange peel

How to make it

Instructions

  1. 1

    For Winter Warmth Syrup: Combine water, sugar, apple, pear, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Cool and strain.

  2. 2

    For one drink: Place orange peel, syrup and bitters in a low glass and muddle. Pour in whiskey and add a large ice cube.

  3. 3

    For a carafe: The source describes using all the syrup and about 5½ cups bourbon for two 4-cup carafes.

Notes

Winter Warmth Syrup makes about 2 cups and keeps refrigerated for up to 2 weeks. Source also includes a carafe variation.