Maple Whisk(e)y Cocktails

Maple whiskey or maple whisky (with or without the “e” depending on the country of origin) is a type of whiskey that has been infused or flavored with maple syrup or aged in barrels that previously contained maple syrup. The addition of maple syrup gives the whiskey a sweet and rich flavor that is reminiscent of the taste of maple syrup.

Some maple whiskeys are made by infusing maple syrup into a base whiskey, while others are made by aging whiskey in barrels that have been used to age maple syrup. The aging process allows the whiskey to absorb the flavors and aromas of the maple syrup, resulting in a distinct and unique flavor profile.

Maple whiskey is a popular spirit in North America, particularly in regions where maple syrup is produced, such as Canada and the northeastern United States. It is often enjoyed neat or on the rocks, and can also be used in cocktails and as a cooking ingredient.

Maple Whisk(e)y Cocktail Recipes

Maple Old Fashioned

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 tsp. maple syrup
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• 1 orange slice
• 1 maraschino cherry
• Ice
• Club soda

Instructions:

1. In a rocks glass, muddle the orange slice, cherry, maple syrup, and bitters.
2. Add ice to the glass, then pour in the maple whiskey.
3. Stir well to combine.
4. Top with a splash of club soda.
5. Garnish with an orange twist, if desired.

Maple Sour

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 oz. fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz. simple syrup
• Ice
• Lemon wedge

Instructions:

1. In a shaker filled with ice, add the maple whiskey, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
2. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
4. Garnish with a lemon wedge.

Maple Manhattan

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 oz. sweet vermouth
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• Ice
• Maraschino cherry

Instructions:

1. In a mixing glass filled with ice, add the maple whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters.
2. Stir well for about 30 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
4. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.

Maple Ginger

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 oz. ginger liqueur
• 1 oz. fresh lime juice
• Ice
• Lime wedge

Instructions:

1. In a shaker filled with ice, add the maple whiskey, ginger liqueur, and lime juice.
2. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
4. Garnish with a lime wedge.

Maple Hot Toddy

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 tbsp. honey
• 1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice
• Hot water
• Cinnamon stick

Instructions:

1. In a mug, add the maple whiskey, honey, and lemon juice.
2. Stir well to combine.
3. Top with hot water and stir again.
4. Garnish with a cinnamon stick.

Maple Gingerbread Martini

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 oz. gingerbread syrup
• 1/2 oz. vanilla liqueur
• Ice
• Whipped cream
• Cinnamon

Instructions:

1. In a shaker filled with ice, add the maple whiskey, gingerbread syrup, and vanilla liqueur.
2. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
4. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Smoky Maple Margarita

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 oz. fresh lime juice
• 1 oz. smoked maple syrup
• 1/2 oz. triple sec
• Ice
• Salt
• Lime wedge

Instructions:

1. Rim a rocks glass with salt.
2. In a shaker filled with ice, add the maple whiskey, lime juice, smoked maple syrup, and triple sec.
3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
4. Strain the mixture into the salt-rimmed glass filled with ice.
5. Garnish with a lime wedge.

Maple Cider Punch

Ingredients:

• 8 oz. maple whiskey
• 16 oz. apple cider
• 8 oz. ginger beer
• 2 oz. fresh lemon juice
• Ice
• Apple slices

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, add the maple whiskey, apple cider, ginger beer, and lemon juice.
2. Stir well to combine.
3. Fill glasses with ice.
4. Pour the mixture into the glasses.
5. Garnish with apple slices.

Maple Rosemary Sour

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 oz. fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 oz. rosemary syrup
• 1/2 oz. egg white
• Ice
• Rosemary sprig

Instructions:

1. In a shaker filled with ice, add the maple whiskey, lemon juice, rosemary syrup, and egg white.
2. Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
4. Garnish with a rosemary sprig.

Maple Espresso Martini

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 oz. espresso
• 1/2 oz. coffee liqueur
• 1/2 oz. maple syrup
• Ice
• Coffee beans

Instructions:

1. In a shaker filled with ice, add the maple whiskey, espresso, coffee liqueur, and maple syrup.
2. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
4. Garnish with a few coffee beans.

Maple Thyme Fizz

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 oz. fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz. thyme syrup
• Club soda
• Ice
• Thyme sprig

Instructions:

1. In a shaker filled with ice, add the maple whiskey, lemon juice, and thyme syrup.
2. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.
4. Top with club soda.
5. Garnish with a thyme sprig.

Maple Peach Bellini

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 oz. peach puree
• 1/2 oz. honey syrup
• Prosecco
• Ice
• Peach slice

Instructions:

1. In a shaker filled with ice, add the maple whiskey, peach puree, and honey syrup.
2. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into a champagne flute.
4. Top with Prosecco.
5. Garnish with a peach slice.

Maple Jalapeño Margarita

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 oz. fresh lime juice
• 1/2 oz. jalapeño syrup
• 1/2 oz. triple sec
• Ice
• Salt
• Jalapeño slice

Instructions:

1. Rim a rocks glass with salt.
2. In a shaker filled with ice, add the maple whiskey, lime juice, jalapeño syrup, and triple sec.
3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
4. Strain the mixture into the salt-rimmed glass filled with ice.
5. Garnish with a jalapeño slice.

Maple Rose Martini

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. maple whiskey
• 1 oz. fresh grapefruit juice
• 1/2 oz. rose syrup
• Ice
• Rose petal

Instructions:

1. In a shaker filled with ice, add the maple whiskey, grapefruit juice, and rose syrup.
2. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
4. Garnish with a rose petal.

About Maple Whisk(e)y

Origin: Maple whiskey, also known as maple-flavored whiskey or maple-infused whiskey, is a type of flavored whiskey that is made by infusing whiskey with maple syrup or flavoring. It is believed to have originated in Canada, where maple syrup is a popular ingredient.

Ingredients: The main ingredients in maple whiskey are whiskey and maple syrup or flavoring. The type of whiskey used can vary, but it is usually a blended whiskey, bourbon, or rye whiskey. Maple syrup or flavoring is added to the whiskey during the production process to infuse the whiskey with the distinct flavor of maple.

Flavor: Maple whiskey has a sweet and rich flavor with notes of caramel, vanilla, and of course, maple. The flavor of maple whiskey can vary depending on the type and quality of whiskey used and the amount of maple syrup or flavoring added.

Proof: The proof of maple whiskey can vary depending on the brand and the type of whiskey used. Typically, maple whiskey has a proof between 70 and 80, which is equivalent to 35-40% alcohol by volume (ABV).

Usage: Maple whiskey is typically used as a sipping whiskey or in cocktails. It can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks, or mixed with other ingredients to create unique and flavorful cocktails.

Serving: Maple whiskey is typically served in a whiskey glass or rocks glass, neat or on the rocks. It can also be used in cocktails, which can be served in a variety of glassware depending on the specific cocktail.

Production: The production of maple whiskey involves infusing whiskey with maple syrup or flavoring. The exact process can vary depending on the manufacturer, but generally involves blending the whiskey and maple syrup or flavoring together and allowing the mixture to age for a period of time to allow the flavors to meld together.

Manufacturer: There are a variety of manufacturers that produce maple whiskey, including large whiskey distilleries and smaller craft distilleries. Some popular brands of maple whiskey include Crown Royal Maple, Jim Beam Maple, Sortilege Maple Whiskey.

Variations: There are several variations of maple whiskey, including flavored variations that incorporate additional flavors such as cinnamon, apple, and pecan. Some maple whiskeys are also barrel-aged, which can add additional complexity and depth to the flavor of the whiskey. Additionally, there are non-alcoholic maple syrups and flavorings that can be used to make mocktail versions of maple whiskey cocktails.

Maple whiskey can be mixed with a variety of ingredients to create flavorful and unique cocktails or simply enjoyed on its own. Here are some common ingredients that can be mixed with maple whiskey:

• Ginger ale or ginger beer
• Lemon or lime juice
• Orange juice
• Cranberry juice
• Apple cider
• Sweet vermouth
• Bitters
• Honey
• Cinnamon
• Nutmeg
• Coffee or espresso

Crown Royal Whisky Jim Beam Bourbon Sortilege Whisky