Cinnamon Apple Bourbon Smash Punch
Make a large batch to serve to family and friends over the holidays, this is so easy to create!
Servings: 6
Calories: 476kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 inch fresh ginger, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 cups bourbon
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup apple butter
- 3-4 dashes orange bitters
- 4-5 bottles or cans (12 ounces) ginger beer
Instructions
- 1. To make the Spicy Cinnamon Syrup. In a medium pot, bring 1/2 cup water, the maple, cinnamon, and ginger to a boil over high heat. Boil 2-3 minutes, then remove from the heat. Stir in the cayenne. Let cool, then strain the syrup into a glass jar. This syrup makes enough for about 6 drinks.2. In a punch bowl, combine the spiced cinnamon syrup, bourbon, lemon juice, apple butter, and bitters. Stir to combine, chill until ready to serve. Before serving, add ice, then pour in the ginger beer.3. To Make a Mocktail: omit the bourbon and use 1 1/2 cups apple cider with 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
Nutrition
Calories: 476kcal
