Penelope Toasted Rye SMORES Old Fashioned
Recipe for the cocktail:
- 1 ½ ounce Penelope Toasted Rye
- ¾ ounce syrup
- 1 dash angostura bitters
- 2 dashes of chocolate bitters
- Shaved chocolate
- Toasted marshmallows
Recipe for the Cinnamon Honey Syrup:
- ¼ cup honey
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions:
Start by crafting the rich cinnamon honey syrup that complements Penelope Toasted Rye’s bold and nuanced profile. In a saucepan, combine ¼ cup honey, ¾ cup brown sugar, 3 cinnamon sticks, and 1 cup water. Heat over medium until the sugar melts, then remove from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool, then strain for a silky, aromatic syrup.
In a rocks glass, place a large ice cube as the foundation for your cocktail. Pour 1 ½ ounces of Penelope Toasted Rye, allowing its robust toasted marshmallow and caramel notes to shine through. Add ¾ ounces of your cinnamon honey syrup, followed by 1 dash Angostura bitters and 2 dashes chocolate bitters, which amplify the whiskey’s subtle spice and sweetness.
Gently stir to combine the flavors, and for the final flourish, toast 2 marshmallows to perfection. Garnish your drink with these smoky treats, creating the ultimate fireside-inspired cocktail experience.
