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Stormfire in a Flask


  • Author: Jessica
  • Total Time: 7 minutes

Ingredients

These ingredients come together to form a powerhouse of flavor:

  • πŸ₯ƒ 1 oz bourbon – adds warmth and smokiness

  • πŸ₯ƒ 1 oz spiced rum – layers of vanilla, clove, and cinnamon

  • 🍊 1 oz blood orange juice – for tang and deep color

  • 🍯 Β½ oz honey syrup (1:1 honey + hot water) – smooth sweetness

  • πŸ‹ Β½ oz fresh lemon juice – bright acidic kick

  • 🌢️ 1–2 dashes of chili bitters – for that heat and edge

  • 🧊 Ice, for shaking

  • πŸ”₯ (Optional) Pinch of cayenne pepper or cinnamon for garnish

  • 🌬️ (Optional) Smoking cinnamon stick or dry ice pellet for effect

  • 🍊 Orange peel or flamed twist, for garnish


Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the honey syrup
Combine equal parts honey and hot water. Stir until smooth. Let it cool before using.

Step 2: Build the base
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine:

  • 1 oz bourbon

  • 1 oz spiced rum

  • 1 oz blood orange juice

  • Β½ oz lemon juice

  • Β½ oz honey syrup

  • 1–2 dashes of chili bitters

Step 3: Shake it up
Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.

Step 4: Strain into your flask or glass
Strain into a rocks glass, goblet, or flask-style bottle over a large ice cube or sphere. (For a glowing effect, use red LED lights under the glass.)

Step 5: Garnish and finish the drama
Garnish with a flamed orange twist, a smoking cinnamon stick, or a tiny dry ice pellet if available and used safely. Sprinkle a tiny pinch of cayenne or cinnamon on top for a fiery touch.

Notes

This cocktail is all about layersβ€”heat, citrus, sweet, and smoke. Here are key tips:

  • Balance is key: Adjust lemon or honey to suit your preference.

  • Don’t overdo the spice: A pinch is enough to warm the finish.

  • Blood orange is ideal for color and taste, but regular orange works in a pinch.

  • Prep Time: 7 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 215
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 4mg
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Protein: 0g