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Gingerbread White Russian

gingerbread white russian
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Cozy up with a festive gingerbread white Russian, the perfect drink to warm your spirits during the chilly season! This delightful cocktail combines homemade gingerbread syrup with creamy goodness, offering a comforting flavor profile reminiscent of holiday baking. It’s not only simple to make, requiring just a few wholesome ingredients, but it also adapts beautifully for various occasions—perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Serve it with charming garnishes like mini gingerbread cookies and a sprinkle of cinnamon to impress your guests and create lasting memories. Indulge in this rich, sweet beverage that captures the essence of the holidays in every sip!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/3 cups water
  • 1/2 cup honey (or maple syrup)
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 2-inch piece of fresh ginger (thinly sliced)
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Ice
  • 1/4 cup white grape juice
  • 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) coffee-flavored syrup (substituted for coffee liqueur)
  • 1–2 ounces (2–4 tablespoons) heavy cream
  • Cinnamon and sugar mixture for rimming the glass
  • Mini gingerbread cookies for garnish
  • Ground cinnamon or nutmeg for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Gingerbread Syrup: In a saucepan, combine 1 1/3 cups water, 1/2 cup honey (or maple syrup), 2 tablespoons molasses, sliced fresh ginger, 2 cinnamon sticks, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Bring to a boil over medium heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  2. Rim Your Glass: Moisten the rim of your glass with water and dip it into a mixture of cinnamon and sugar.
  3. Assemble Your Cocktail: Fill the rimmed glass with ice, pour in 1/4 cup white grape juice, followed by 2 tablespoons coffee-flavored syrup and your prepared gingerbread syrup. Stir gently.
  4. Add Cream and Garnish: Slowly pour in heavy cream over the back of a spoon for a layered effect. Garnish with ground cinnamon or nutmeg and mini gingerbread cookies.

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