Carolina Fire Starter Bourbon
Recipe by Abbey Cochran
Grilling & BBQ
Drinks
Here's a great way to add a kick of heat and cinnamon to your favorite bourbon. Make a double batch for game day or a backyard barbecue. We guarantee it will disappear quickly!
Serves
2 cups
Ingredients
1/4 cup water
Vanilla Bean Sugar
1/4 cup Vanilla Bean Sugar
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1 to 3 tsp. Crushed Red Pepper Flakes*
1 3/4 cups bourbon whiskey
Indonesian Cinnamon Sticks
Indonesian Cinnamon Sticks
Directions
In a small pot, combine water, Vanilla Bean Sugar, and Crushed Red Pepper Flakes. Simmer over medium heat until sugar has dissolved, about 2 to 3 min. Strain mixture into a sealable jar and add bourbon. Seal the jar and gently shake to combine. Let mixture sit in a cool, dark spot at room temperature for 3 to 5 days, depending on how strong you want it to be. Strain the infused bourbon into a serving container. Sip and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
*Adjust the amounts of red pepper and cinnamon to match your heat and strength preferences.
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