Day 23: Holiday Flight
Day 23: Holiday Flight
On Day 23 of the Heritage Road Spirits Advent Calendar, we’re soaring into the holiday spirit with the Holiday Flight! ✈️✨ Inspired by the classic Paper Plane, this festive twist combines the bold warmth of bourbon, the spice of rum, the tartness of cranberry liqueur, and the brightness of fresh lemon juice. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy toast to the season, the Holiday Flight is a cocktail that’s as adventurous as it is delicious.
Cocktail Description
The Holiday Flight is a bold and vibrant cocktail that blends sweet, tart, and spiced flavors. With bourbon and spiced rum at its base, this drink is elevated by cranberry liqueur and a zing of lemon, making it a perfectly balanced cocktail for the festive season.
Ingredients:
1 oz Heritage Road Bourbon
1 oz spiced rum
1 oz cranberry liqueur (or crème de cassis)
1 oz fresh lemon juice
Garnish:
Lemon twist
Sugared cranberry skewer
Instructions:
Fill a shaker with ice and add bourbon, spiced rum, cranberry liqueur, and fresh lemon juice.
Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
Strain into a coupe glass.
Garnish with a lemon twist and a sugared cranberry skewer for a festive touch.
Suggested Glassware: Coupe Glass
Suggestions:
Sugared Cranberries: Coat fresh cranberries in simple syrup and roll them in sugar for a frosted look.
Citrus Twist: Add a dash of orange bitters to enhance the flavor.
Customizable Sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter drink, add a splash of simple syrup to the shaker.
Why It’s Special
The Holiday Flight is a celebration of bold flavors and festive vibes. The unique combination of bourbon, spiced rum, and cranberry liqueur captures the essence of the holidays—adventurous, flavorful, and perfectly balanced.
Its vibrant flavor and festive presentation make it a hit at every gathering, from Christmas Eve to New Year’s.
Share your Holiday Flight moments with #HeritageRoadAdventures! Snap a photo of your festive garnishes, cozy setups, or holiday gatherings, and we’ll feature our favorites in our stories.
Raise your glass to bold spirits and holiday adventures with the Holiday Flight. Cheers to making every moment of the season a celebration! 🥃✨
