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.”