Contemporary · Seasonal · Medium-Strong
Sweater Weather
- Base
- Rum, Rye
- Glass
- Coupe
- Method
- Shaken
- Effort
- Advanced · 8 min
- ABV
- 20%
Build
- Grapefruit JuiceFreshly squeezed
- Lime JuiceFreshly squeezed
- Cinnamon Syrupor Simple syrup with a dash of cinnamon
- Maple Syrupor Honey Syrup · Real maple syrup, not pancake syrup
- Creme de Cacao
- Jamaican Dark Rumor Aged Rum
- Rittenhouse Ryeor Any high-proof rye whiskey
- GrapefruitExpress oils over drink · garnish
- Ground CinnamonGrated on top as garnish · garnish
You’ll need: Cocktail shaker, Fine strainer, Microplane (for cinnamon)
Method — Shaken
- Add all liquid ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled
- Double strain into a chilled coupe glass
- Express grapefruit oils over the surface
- Garnish with freshly grated cinnamon on top
The story
A contemporary cocktail designed to evoke the warm, spiced flavors of autumn.
Variations
Can be made as a hot toddy variation by using hot water instead of shaking with ice.
Host tips
The balance of citrus, spice, and sweetness is crucial - adjust to taste.

