Smoky Spiced Orange Cocktail

Spiced Honey Syrup

Combine the water, honey, ginger, and cinnamon sticks in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Bring to a simmer and allow the honey to fully dissolve. Drop in the orange peel and continue to simmer for 30 seconds.

Remove from heat and let the syrup steep for 30 minutes to 1 hour. The longer it steeps, the stronger the flavor.

When it’s done steeping, strain into a glass container and chill until you’re ready to make the cocktails. The syrup is the most flavorful the day of, but it can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Smoky Spiced Orange Cocktail

Light the end of a cinnamon stick and place it on a ceramic plate, stone, or wood surface that you don’t care about damaging. Immediately place the cocktail glass over the stick to trap in the smoke. Let it sit while we make the cocktail.

To an ice-filled shaker, add the remaining ingredients and give it a good shake.

Release the cocktail glass from the cinnamon stick and fill with ice.

Pour your cocktail and garnish with the cinnamon stick, orange peel, and salted cinnamon sugar. Enjoy!