I know fall weather truly is just around the corner -- as early as today, in fact. Cooler temperatures are on their way, along with crisp winds, changing leaves, and Oregon's bountiful fall fruit harvest (apples! pumpkins! squash!). To celebrate the spice and warmth of the upcoming season, I'm sharing a cocktail recipe that is absolutely perfect for fall: the Ginger Highball with Cinnamon Liqueur.
Ginger Highball with Cinnamon Liqueur
I love using cinnamon and ginger in cooking and baking year-round, but there's something extra warm and cozy about a cocktail that has these delicious typically-fall-inspired spices.
When drinking this, feel free to start up the fireplace, cuddle on on the couch with a cozy throw, and light cinnamon candles around the house.
What is a Highball?
A highball is simply a cocktail that has a liqueur base that is topped with more non-alcoholic liquids than alcohol. Think: the classic Jack & Coke. I like highballs because they warm you up without making you too boozy woozy (you know what I'm sayin'?).
This highball recipe consists of a cinnamon liqueur, ginger ale, and a few drops of cardamom bitters, poured over a glass of ice.
Sukkah Hill Spirits sent me a few of their aromatic liqueurs to try (their Etrog is the bomb if you love lemon-flavored cocktails!), and I fell in love with the Besamim. This cinnamon liqueur is a balanced blend of fall in a bottle. This would also be great to add to desserts, such as a tiramisu or apple hand pies.
But of course, it shines in a cocktail like this Cinnamon Ginger Highball that allows the cinnamon liqueur to shine.
Ginger Highball With Cinnamon Liqueur Cocktail Recipe
Ginger Highball with Cinnamon Liqueur
Ingredients
- 2 ounces cinnamon liqueur such as Sukkah Hill Spirits Besamim liqueur
- 5 ounces ginger ale
- 2-4 drops of cardamom bitters or other aromatic bitter such as The Bitter Housewife bitters
- 2-3 ice cubes
Instructions
- Pour all ingredients over a glass of ice.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.
Are you ready for fall? Or are you still enjoying the summer heat where you live?
Sabrina says
Yum, looks like Fall in a very very delicious cocktail! Looks great!
Susannah says
Oh wow! This sounds amazing!!!! <3
Michelle @ The Complete Savorist says
I am loving this cocktail recipe. Sounds delicious.
Catherine says
This change in weather is so refreshing, but it's caught me off-guard. I woke up this morning and was like, WHAT? I'm cold!
I bet this highball would warm me right up though. ;)
Dawne says
I'm thinking corn mazes and these drinks are going to be in my very near future.
Chrisy @ Homemade Hooplah says
Perfect drink to warm up with this fall :D Can't wait to try it!
Joy @ Joy Love Food says
I don't think I've ever had cinnamon liqueur, this highball sounds wonderful, definitely perfect for fall!
Kelley says
Mmm, it sounds great! I like highballs too, because you can just make them as light as you want. (My thinking on this might have changed in the last 10 years or so.)
Dijana says
That would be really useful to warm me up today - thanks for sharing!
Erin says
Yeah, what is happening with the weather? Rain then 90+ degree weather? It is all over the place. This cocktail sounds delightful!
Rachel Lloyd says
I JUST saw an article for fall drinks with cider and fireball. This is making me want FALL! can't want for cozy drinks.
Meredith {MarthaChartreuse} says
I'm not sure I could do the alcoholic version of this drink - blame it on a night of whiskey gingers in my early 20s - but I would love to try this with ginger beer!!
Cyra says
Sadly (and paradoxically) ginger makes me super nauseous. But I might try it without that element. Cinnamon apple sounds timely.
Jenni Kupelian says
So it's 10:15am...too early? Nah....
Pech says
It seemed like fall came all of a sudden this morning where cinnamon is called for! Adding the liquor to apples sounds divine