Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 cup maple syrup ((or other sweetener of choice, such as cane sugar or honey if not vegan))
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 whole cinnamon sticks
  • 1 dried red chili pepper ((see notes))
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 medium lemon ((juiced))
  • 3-4 Tbsp spiced maple simple syrup
  • 2 ounces bourbon ((rye or traditional // 2 ounces = ~4 Tbsp) )
  • Hot water ((to fill))
  • Lemon wedge + cinnamon stick ((for garnish))

Instruction

  • SIMPLE SYRUP: Add maple syrup, water, cinnamon sticks, chili, and red pepper flakes to a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Then remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes - 1 hour (or longer). Strain and pour into a glass jar for serving.
  • ONE HOT TODDY: To make a single toddy, add the juice of half a lemon, 3-4 Tbsp Chili Cinnamon Maple Simple Syrup, 2 ounces bourbon, and hot water to top (use less water for a stronger drink, more water for a weaker drink).
  • Garnish with another cinnamon stick and lemon slice or wedge and serve. The longer it steeps the stronger the cinnamon, lemon flavor becomes.
  • Repeat for more drinks or make a large batch to serve a crowd by simply multiplying ingredients by number of drinks you need.