Maple Bourbon Royale
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.25 fl oz Maple syrup
- 0.50 fl oz Chilled water
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Add all ingredients to shaker
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Shake well with ice
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Fine strain into chilled cocktail glass
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Express oils from orange zest over drink by flaming
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Garnish with flamed orange zest twist
Cocktail Description
The Maple Bourbon Royale drinks like autumn in a glass, wrapping rich bourbon warmth in layers of vanilla cream and sweet maple with a gentle ginger kick.
This sophisticated sipper builds on the robust character of Savage & Cooke's cask-finished bourbon, smoothing its edges with Madagascar vanilla liqueur and pure maple syrup while Barrow's ginger liqueur adds just enough spice to keep things interesting. A few dashes of Angostura orange bitters tie everything together, and that flamed orange twist releases aromatic oils that make the first sip unforgettable. The coupe glass presentation feels fancy without trying too hard—this is the kind of cocktail that makes weeknight drinking feel like a special occasion. It's fairly simple to make since you're just shaking and straining, though sourcing quality ingredients matters here, especially that vanilla liqueur and ginger component. Serve this when the temperature drops and you want something that feels both comforting and celebratory, like before a holiday dinner or when you're showing off a little at a dinner party. The maple-vanilla-bourbon combo pairs beautifully with roasted pork, duck, or even a cheese board featuring aged cheddar and candied pecans.
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