Cocktail Recipe: Ember & Oak
As February continues and winter’s chill lingers, Ember & Oak is the perfect whiskey cocktail to carry you through the season’s final stretch. With the deep warmth of bourbon, the rich sweetness of maple, and a bold touch of smoked cinnamon, this drink is a testament to resilience and strength—just like the American spirit.
A hint of chocolate bitters adds depth, while the torched cinnamon stick brings a smoky aroma that evokes the crackle of a late-winter fire. Whether you’re savoring a quiet evening or toasting to the road ahead, Ember & Oak is a bold and comforting sip that reminds us all—great things are built to last.
Ember & Oak
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 0.5 oz maple syrup
- 2 dashes chocolate bitters
- 2 dashes smoked cinnamon bitters
- 1 orange peel (expressed and used as garnish)
- Smoked cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing glass, combine bourbon, maple syrup, chocolate bitters, and smoked cinnamon bitters.
- Add ice and stir until well chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
- Express an orange peel over the glass to release its oils, then drop it in.
- Garnish with a lightly torched cinnamon stick for an added smoky aroma.
