Brandy Ginger Snap
A spicy, warming cocktail that pairs brandy with ginger and cinnamon for a drink that tastes like a ginger snap cookie. This cozy sipper has been trending as the ultimate holiday season cocktail, perfect for fireside sipping. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Brandy
- 0.8 oz Ginger liqueur
- 0.5 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz Cinnamon syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- candied ginger (garnish) garnish
- cinnamon stick (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Match with spiced gingerbread cookies, Asian pear crisp, or a glazed ham with ginger-cinnamon glaze. The cookie-like spice profile begs for desserts and dishes with complementary warm spices.
Instructions
Combine brandy, ginger liqueur, lemon juice, cinnamon syrup, and bitters in a shaker
Fill with ice and shake well
Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube
Garnish with candied ginger and a cinnamon stick
Tips
Domaine de Canton is the go-to ginger liqueur for cocktails Make cinnamon syrup by simmering 4 cinnamon sticks in 1 cup simple syrup for 15 minutes A pinch of freshly grated nutmeg on top completes the ginger snap flavor profile