The Spiced Old Fashioned is best prepared with Ten To One Dark Rum and best served in a rocks glass.
Spiced Old Fashioned
The Spiced Old Fashioned is the the Rum Lover's quintessential Fall or Winter go-to drink. Made with dark rum, spiced maple syrup and an array of bitters, this seasonal favorite is rich, bold and delectable. It contains dynamic tasting notes of cinnamon, oak and butter and is perfect for a cozy night in, a holiday gathering or seasonal cocktail hour.
INGREDIENTS
- 2oz Ten To One Dark
0.50oz Spiced Maple Syrup*
2 Dashes Black Walnut Bitters
1 Dash Angostura Bitters
GARNISH
Cinnamon Stick
Orange Swath
INSTRUCTIONS
1: CREATE THE SYRUP Combine 1 cup of maple syrup (Grade A preferred), 1/2 cup of water, 1 cinnamon stick, 3 cloves, 2 cardamom pods, 1 star anise, 2 slices of fresh ginger, and 1 peeled orange. Bring everything to a boil in a pot. Cool to room temperature. Strain and refrigerate.
2: COMBINE THE INGREDIENTS Once the spiced maple syrup is ready, combine 1/2 ounce of it with 2 oz Ten To One Dark Rum, 2 Dashes Black Walnut Bitters, 1 Dash Angostura Bitters and stir in a mixing glass with ice
3: TRANSFER INGREDIENTS Once thoroughly stirred, move ingredients from mixing glass into a rocks glass with an oversized ice cube
4: GARNISH Pinch orange peel over cocktail to add zest to the recipe. Add cinnamon stick for additional aesthetic! Enjoy!
*SPICED MAPLE SYRUP
Combine 1c of maple syrup (Grade A preferred), 1/2c of water, 1 cinnamon stick, 3 cloves, 2 cardamom pods, 1 star anise, 2 slices of fresh ginger, and 1 peeled orange. Bring everything to a boil in a pot. Cool to room temperature. Strain and refrigerate.
Frequently Asked Questions
We suggest using 2 ounces of Ten To One Dark Rum per cocktail when preparing a Spiced Old Fashioned.
Here's an estimate of the nutritional information for a Spiced Old Fashioned, made with our suggested ingredients and based on a 8 oz (240 ml) serving:
Calories: Approximately 150-180 calories
Carbohydrates: Approximately 6-8 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Protein: 0 grams
Sodium: Approximately 0-5 mgThe Spiced Old Fashion is seasonal decadence in a glass! The Ten To One Dark Rum provides an inviting caramel base, the spiced maple syrup adds the sweetness while the cardamom, cloves and cinnamon add a robust sense of spice. This cocktail is eclectic and flavorful and perfect for a Fall or Winter's treat!
The Spiced Old Fashioned calls for Ten To One's Dark Rum, Spiced Maple Syrup, Black Walnut Bitters, Angostura Bitters, Cinnamon Stick, Orange Swath
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