Spiced Cherry Bourbon Blaze Recipe
This bold, warm cocktail features the perfect balance of smoky bourbon, a touch of spiced sweetness, and a dramatic fiery finish. Perfect for impressing guests at your next gathering or enjoying a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Bourbon preferably with a smoky profile
- 1 oz Cherry liqueur
- ½ oz Cinnamon syrup or a pinch of cinnamon if you don't have syrup
- 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
- Ice cubes
- 2 Maraschino cherries for garnish
- 1 small flameproof bowl for flaming
- A lighter or match for flame
Instructions
- Prepare the Glasses
- Begin by filling two old-fashioned glasses with ice cubes. Let them chill while you mix the drink.
- Mix the Base
- In a mixing glass or shaker, combine the bourbon, cherry liqueur, cinnamon syrup, and bitters. Stir gently to combine the ingredients and ensure the flavors meld.
- Strain and Serve
- Strain the cocktail into the chilled glasses over the ice, ensuring the ice remains in place.
- Flame the Cherries
- Place a maraschino cherry on a cocktail pick and hold it over a flameproof bowl. Light the cherry on fire with a lighter or match.
- Gently lower the flaming cherry into each glass. Repeat the process for the second cherry.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Set the glasses down and watch as the flames flicker out, leaving behind a rich caramelized aroma.