Inspired by Virginia's own Springfield Distillery's Scratch Bourbon Whiskey, Amanda of Amanda Day Rose Florals and Events created a cocktail inspired by the tastes and flavors of fall. As a variation of the Old Fashioned, this autumnal drink can take advantage of late-season cherries or even defrosted frozen cherries if you have those on hand. As cherry season ends, cranberries would be a great alternative!
Spiced Cherry Old Fashioned
[multiple as needed]
INGREDIENTS FOR COCKTAIL
• 2 tsp spiced simple syrup (see how to make below)
• 2 oz Scratch bourbon
• Cherries, for muddling
• Drizzle of honey
• Ice cubes
ALLERGEN NOTES
Bourbon used in this recipe contains wheat/gluten.
DIRECTIONS
Muddle together 2 cherries and combine spiced simple syrup, ice cubes, and bourbon in a short rocks glass. Stir, so as not to allow too much air into the drink to ruin the texture of your bourbon. Top off with a drizzle of honey!
INGREDIENTS FOR SPICED SIMPLE SYRUP
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 cinnamon sticks
• 1 tsp nutmeg
ALLERGEN NOTES
None.
DIRECTIONS
Bring sugar, water, cinnamon sticks, and nutmeg to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Let cool completely. Pour through a sieve into a bowl and toss bits that may remain. Syrup can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one month.
Looking to pick your own cherries in Virginia?
Prime cherry season in Virginia tends be in late May to June, but most orchards love sharing how to pick and preserve your fruit for your future cocktails!• Seamans' Orchard: Roseland, Virginia
• Spring Valley Orchard: Afton, Virginia
• Levering Orchard: Ararat, Virginia
• Hartland Orchard: Markham, Virginia
Sips & Bites is Tidewater and Tulle's food and drink series that is focused on beautifully and deliciously inspiring treats for wedding and home celebrations.
- Lindsay
VENDOR CREDITS
Photography & Recipe: Lindsay Collette | Florals, Cocktail, & Styling: Amanda Day Rose Florals and Events
