Allspiced Bourbon
Easy Allspiced Bourbon recipe with bourbon, brown sugar and allspice. Quick steps, tips and serving ideas for a cozy sip.
Recipe courtesy of Chasity Marini, Evanston store manager.
Yield: 1 serving
- Simple 3-ingredient cocktail: bourbon, light brown sugar and a dash of ground allspice.
- Dissolve the sugar into the bourbon, stir in allspice, then serve in a tumbler with a cinnamon stick.
- You can tweak sweetness, swap sweeteners, serve neat or on the rocks, or scale the recipe for a group.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allspiced Bourbon?
Allspiced Bourbon is a minimalist cocktail combining bourbon whiskey, light brown sugar for sweetness, and a dash of ground allspice for warm spice notes. The recipe is credited to Chasity Marini.
How do I make Allspiced Bourbon step by step?
Measure 3 ounces of bourbon into a mixing vessel. Add 1/2 tablespoon light brown sugar and stir until fully dissolved. Add a dash of ground allspice and stir again. Pour into a tumbler and serve with a cinnamon stick for stirring.
What type of bourbon works best?
Use a midrange or small-batch bourbon with balanced caramel and vanilla notes. Avoid very high proof if you prefer a smoother drink. Wheated bourbons give a softer profile; high-rye bourbons add spice that complements the allspice.
Can I substitute the light brown sugar?
Yes. Use simple syrup for an easier dissolve, demerara or turbinado for a deeper molasses flavor, or maple syrup for a richer twist. If you use a liquid sweetener, use about 1/2 tablespoon worth or to taste.
Should I serve it neat or with ice?
Both work. Serve neat for a warmer, spirit-forward sip or pour over a large ice cube to chill and slightly dilute the drink. The recipe as written is served in a tumbler and can be enjoyed either way.
How can I adjust the spice and sweetness?
Start with the recipe amounts, then adjust. Add more brown sugar or a splash of syrup for sweetness. Add additional small dashes of allspice to boost spice, but go slowly since its flavor is strong.
How do I scale this recipe for a crowd?
Multiply ingredients by the number of servings. For faster prep, dissolve the total sugar in warm bourbon or use a batch simple syrup mixed into the bourbon, then add ground allspice to taste and stir before serving.
Any garnish or pairing suggestions?
Use a cinnamon stick for stirring and aroma. An orange twist adds bright citrus oils. Pair the drink with spiced desserts, roasted nuts or rich cheeses for complementary flavors.
What is Allspiced Bourbon?
Allspiced Bourbon is a minimalist cocktail combining bourbon whiskey, light brown sugar for sweetness, and a dash of ground allspice for warm spice notes. The recipe is credited to Chasity Marini.
How do I make Allspiced Bourbon step by step?
Measure 3 ounces of bourbon into a mixing vessel. Add 1/2 tablespoon light brown sugar and stir until fully dissolved. Add a dash of ground allspice and stir again. Pour into a tumbler and serve with a cinnamon stick for stirring.
What type of bourbon works best?
Use a midrange or small-batch bourbon with balanced caramel and vanilla notes. Avoid very high proof if you prefer a smoother drink. Wheated bourbons give a softer profile; high-rye bourbons add spice that complements the allspice.
Can I substitute the light brown sugar?
Yes. Use simple syrup for an easier dissolve, demerara or turbinado for a deeper molasses flavor, or maple syrup for a richer twist. If you use a liquid sweetener, use about 1/2 tablespoon worth or to taste.
Should I serve it neat or with ice?
Both work. Serve neat for a warmer, spirit-forward sip or pour over a large ice cube to chill and slightly dilute the drink. The recipe as written is served in a tumbler and can be enjoyed either way.
How can I adjust the spice and sweetness?
Start with the recipe amounts, then adjust. Add more brown sugar or a splash of syrup for sweetness. Add additional small dashes of allspice to boost spice, but go slowly since its flavor is strong.
How do I scale this recipe for a crowd?
Multiply ingredients by the number of servings. For faster prep, dissolve the total sugar in warm bourbon or use a batch simple syrup mixed into the bourbon, then add ground allspice to taste and stir before serving.
Any garnish or pairing suggestions?
Use a cinnamon stick for stirring and aroma. An orange twist adds bright citrus oils. Pair the drink with spiced desserts, roasted nuts or rich cheeses for complementary flavors.
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