Autumn Spice Infusion

A delightful infusion of chai-infused rye whiskey, apple cider, and cinnamon simple syrup, the Autumn Spice Infusion is a signature cocktail that captures the essence of autumn in a glass. This boozy holiday miracle is both fun and decadent, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. It's like Thanksgiving poured into a glass, without the post-turkey fatigue. Served over a large ice cube and garnished with freshly grated nutmeg, this cocktail is a must-have for cozy fall evenings.

Autumn Spice Infusion

A delightful and autumnal cocktail infused with chai-infused rye whiskey, apple cider, and cinnamon simple syrup, capturing the essence of the season in a glass.

4.25 from 76 votes
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 2 mins
Total Time 7 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp loose chai tea leaves
  • 1 bottle rye whiskey
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1.50 oz chai-infused rye whiskey
  • 1 oz apple cider
  • 3/4 oz cinnamon simple syrup
  • 1/2 oz lemon juice
  • 1 pinch fresh grated nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Infuse the rye whiskey by mixing loose chai tea leaves into the whiskey and allowing it to sit for several hours before straining out the tea.
  2. Make the cinnamon simple syrup by combining a cinnamon stick, sugar, and water in a pot, warming it until the sugar dissolves, and then refrigerating it until cool.
  3. In a cocktail shaker over ice, combine 1.5 oz chai-infused rye whiskey, 1 oz apple cider, 3/4 oz cinnamon simple syrup, and 1/2 oz lemon juice.
  4. Shake the mixture for 10-15 seconds.
  5. Pour the cocktail into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
  6. Garnish with a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg.