January Resolve

Cocktail Recipe: January Resolve

Embodying the steadfast determination of the New Year, January Resolve is a creamy and spiced whiskey cocktail perfect for warming up on cold winter nights. With nutmeg and cinnamon evoking comfort and resilience, this drink celebrates tradition and patriotism while offering a delicious escape from the chill.

January Resolve

Ingredients

• 2 oz bourbon whiskey
• 1 oz spiced cinnamon syrup (recipe below)
• 1 oz heavy cream
• 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg (plus extra for garnish)
• 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
• Cinnamon stick for garnish

Cinnamon Spiced Syrup

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 cinnamon sticks
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves

Instructions

1. Combine all syrup ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat, cool, and strain into a clean bottle.
4. In a shaker, combine bourbon whiskey, spiced cinnamon syrup, heavy cream, freshly grated nutmeg, and Angostura bitters.
5. Dry shake (without ice) for about 10 seconds to froth the cream.
6. Add ice to the shaker and shake again for another 10 seconds.
7. Strain into a heatproof mug or glass.
8. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg.

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