Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMax's Trumbull KitchenWinter Ember Recipe

Winter Ember Recipe

Time30m
Serves1

Mezcal, maple syrup, lime apple cider, spiced simple

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Ingredients

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Beverage Ingredients

Spiced Simple Syrup

Method

Beverage Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine the mezcal, maple syrup, fresh lime juice, apple cider, and spiced simple syrup.

  2. 2

    Shake

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

  3. 3

    Strain

    Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.

  4. 4

    Garnish

    Optionally garnish with a lime wheel or a cinnamon stick for added aroma.

Spiced Simple Syrup Preparation

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water.

  2. 6

    Add Spices

    Add the cinnamon stick, cloves, and star anise to the saucepan.

  3. 7

    Heat Mixture

    Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved.

  4. 8

    Cool and Strain

    Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool. Strain out the spices and transfer the syrup to a jar for storage.

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