– 1.5 oz whiskey – 0.5 oz gin – 1 fresh orange, juiced – 2 oz Earl Giles beer – 1 cinnamon stick – 2 dashes of bitter – Seasonal spices (nutmeg, clove, and allspice) – Ice cube – Orange slices and cinnamon sticks for garnish – Fresh rosemary sprig
1. Prepare the Glass: Start by filling your favorite mule mug or highball glass with ice cubes. 2. Mix the Base: In a cocktail shaker, combine the whiskey, gin, fresh orange juice, and two dashes of bitters. Add a pinch of seasonal spices (a mix of nutmeg, clove, and allspice) to the shaker. 3. Shake It Up: Shake the mixture well to combine all the flavors. 4. Pour and Top Off: Pour the mixture over the ice in your glass. Top off with 2 oz of Earl Giles beer to add a refreshing fizz.
5. Light the Rosemary: Light a sprig of rosemary on fire and quickly extinguish it. Place it over the glass to infuse a subtle, smoky aroma. 6. Garnish: Garnish with an orange slice, a cinnamon stick, and the smoked rosemary sprig for a festive touch. 7. Serve and Enjoy: Give it a gentle stir and enjoy the warm yet refreshing taste of the Spiced Orange Whiskey Mule!