When the sun drops behind the trees and the fire settles into steady coals, a warm mug starts to sound better than another cold drink from the cooler. Bourbon gently heated with real maple syrup throws off a toasty caramel-and-oak aroma, and a pinch of cinnamon makes the whole campsite smell like late fall.
The Maple Cinnamon Bourbon Camp Sipper keeps things simple with a small pot and low heat—warm it slowly so the spirit stays smooth instead of sharp. Orange peel is the finishing move: twist it over the mug to mist the top with citrus oil, then drop it in for a bright edge that balances the sweetness.
It’s also a smart option when you’re pouring for a few friends. Scale it up in one saucepan, park it near the fire where it’ll stay cozy (not simmering), and let everyone top off as they come back from a night walk or one more round of log-tending. Cleanup is just the pot and mugs, which is exactly the point.
Maple Cinnamon Bourbon Camp Sipper
Equipment
- Small pot
- Campfire grate
- stirring spoon
Ingredients
- 4 oz bourbon
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 stick cinnamon
- 1/2 orange sliced
Instructions
- Add water, maple syrup, cinnamon stick, and orange slices to small pot.
- Heat over campfire until steaming, not boiling (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat, stir in bourbon.
- Pour into mugs and serve warm, garnished with orange slice.