Spiced Andean Delight

This cocktail recipe brings the warmth and spice of the Andean highlands to your glass. The Canelazo is a traditional warm drink made with cinnamon, sugar, and aguardiente, while the Naranjillazo is a fruity twist on the classic, featuring naranjilla fruit juice. These spiced drinks offer a cozy and flavorful experience, perfect for cold evenings or festive gatherings.

Spiced Andean Delight

A delightful combination of warm spiced cinnamon and naranjilla fruit juice, Canelazo and Naranjillazo are traditional Andean cocktails that offer a cozy and flavorful experience.

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Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 tbsp sugar or grated panela
  • Aguardiente to taste
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1/3 cup naranjilla concentrate (previously frozen)
  • 2 tbsp sugar or grated panela
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • Aguardiente to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium-sized pot, combine water, cinnamon sticks, and sugar or grated panela.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes for the traditional version or 10-15 minutes for a faster version.
  3. Mix in the desired amount of aguardiente, according to preferred strength.
  4. Serve the spiced Andean delight immediately and enjoy!