Maple Brown Sugar Espresso Old Fashioned

Experience the perfect blend of sweetness and depth with a Maple Brown Sugar Espresso Old Fashioned, where rich maple syrup and caramelized brown sugar meld seamlessly with bold espresso and smooth bourbon. This indulgent cocktail is finished with a dash of bitters and topped with an espresso mousse, creating a delightful and decadent harmony of flavors that's perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time6

Total Time6

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: alcoholic, cocktail, espresso

Servings: serving

Calories: 581kcal

Ingredients

1.5 oz bourbon
0.75 oz homemade brown sugar simple syrup see below
0.75 oz maple syrup
1.5 oz espresso freshly brewed
1-2 dashes bitters

Brown Sugar Simple Syrup

1 tbsp brown sugar
0.5 tbsp water hot

Espresso mousse

3 tbsp heavy cream
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp espresso

Instructions

Make brown sugar simple syrup

Mix 2 parts brown sugar to 1 part hot water and stir until brown sugar dissolves.

Make espresso mousse

Mix heavy cream, maple syrup and espresso together.
Whisk until mixture is frothy and mouse like. Set aside.

Make cocktail

Add a large ice cube to an Old Fashioned glass and top with bourbon.
Add brown sugar simple syrup to glass.
Add maple syrup to glass.
Make a fresh shot or double shot of espresso and add on top.
Add two dashes of Old Fashioned bitters.
Stir to combine all ingredients.
Layer espresso mousse on top of cocktail.
Sprinkle brown sugar on top and garnish with an orange peel.

Notes

You can make as much of the brown sugar syrup as you want. An extra can be stored in the fridge for a week or two for future use.

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