Campfire Whiskey
There’s a very popular brand of cinnamon whiskey that is neither authentic nor local. It also happens to taste like college. This week’s recipe gives you a local craft authentic alternative.
— Mike Augustyniak & Robb Jones, Meteor Bar
DIFFICULTY: MODERATE
TIME: 10 MIN + 5 DAYS
GLASSWARE: N/A
Recipe:
1 Bottle Far North Spirits Bødalen Bourbon
3 ½ oz Demerara Simple Syrup *
1 Tbsp. Chili Flakes
2 Cinnamon Sticks
3 Whole Cloves
1 Apple, Diced
1 Large Orange Peel
INSTRUCTIONS:
Combine ingredients in a mason jar, seal, and shake. Let rest for 5 days, shaking whenever possible. After 5 days, strain, add 5 oz of water, and then enjoy with your friends around a campfire.
SIMPLE SYRUP:
1 part Demerara sugar
1 part water
Heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat, then cool. Use right away or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Weekly Good Acre CSA cocktail recipes brought to you by Far North Spirits and the bartenders of Meteor: “Old Ass Bar, Good Ass Hot Dogs and Stuff.”