Butternut Bliss

This Butternut Bliss cocktail is like a warm hug during the holidays. With flavors reminiscent of pumpkin pie, it's a comforting and indulgent drink that's perfect for cozy nights by the fireplace.

Butternut Bliss

A comforting and indulgent cocktail with flavors reminiscent of pumpkin pie, perfect for the holidays.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 ounces dark rum, divided
  • 1/2 ounce orange liqueur
  • 1/4 cup butternut squash puree
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 2 lemon wedges, freshly squeezed
  • 5 dashes Angostura bitters
  • Garnish: cinnamon and sugar rim

Instructions

  1. In a shallow bowl, mix cinnamon and sugar. In another shallow bowl, pour 1/2 ounce of rum.
  2. Dip the rim of a double-rocks glass into the rum, then into the cinnamon-sugar mix to coat, and set it aside.
  3. In a cocktail shaker, combine butternut squash puree, remaining 1 1/2 ounces rum, orange liqueur, simple syrup, bitters, and lemon juice. Stir quickly to combine, then fill with ice and shake until well-chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.