Cocktails with Maple Syrup: 5 recipes for unforgettable moments of enjoyment in a copper cup

The magic of maple syrup in your cocktail cup

Imagine holding a copper mug in your hands, its soft glow dancing in the light. The scent of sweet maple syrup, delicate citrus notes, and fine spirits fills the air.

Every sip invites you on a journey of the senses – a combination of sweetness, depth and a hint of adventure. Cocktails with maple syrup are much more than just mixed drinks. They are invitations. To relaxed evenings with your loved ones, to stories told by candlelight, and to moments you will want to enjoy again and again.

To bring this magic to life in your copper mug, here are 5 extraordinary cocktail recipes – lovingly compiled to give you pure joy and enjoyment.

1. Classic and elegant: Maple Old Fashioned

A drink as timeless as the copper mug design itself – elegant, strong and refined with a hint of maple syrup.

Ingredients

• 60 ml bourbon
• 10 ml maple syrup (preferably from Canada)
• 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
• Ice cubes
• Orange peel for garnish

Preparation

1. Pour the maple syrup and bitters directly into your copper mug.
2. Add the bourbon and ice cubes and stir slowly with a bar spoon.
3. Garnish with a freshly cut orange zest.

2. Fruity and fresh: Maple Whiskey Sour

Here, gentle maple notes meet tangy citrus aromas – a drink that reminds you of warm summer nights.

Ingredients:

• 50 ml whiskey
• 20 ml maple syrup
• 30 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Ice cubes
• Lemon slice for garnish

Preparation:

1. Put all ingredients with ice cubes in a shaker and shake vigorously.
2. Pour into a copper mug with fresh ice cubes.
3. Serve with a slice of lemon and a straw if desired.

3. Fresh and invigorating: Maple Gin Fizz

A drink like a balmy spring morning – slightly sparkling, wonderfully fresh and with the delicate caramel notes of maple syrup.

Ingredients

• 50 ml gin
• 20 ml maple syrup
• 25 ml lemon juice
• Mineral water
• Ice cubes
• Mint sprig for garnish

Preparation

1. Shake the gin, maple syrup, and lemon juice in a shaker with ice.
2. Pour into a copper mug and top up with mineral water.
3. Garnish with a mint sprig and a straw.

4. Fruity and tangy: Citrus peach punch (non-alcoholic)

Imagine the fruity lightness of a summer picnic – that's exactly what this mocktail captures.

Ingredients

• 1 orange
• 1 lemon
• 200 ml peach juice
• 200 ml mineral water
• 10 ml maple syrup
• Ice

Preparation:

1. Squeeze the orange and lemon and pour into the copper mug.
2. Add the peach juice, maple syrup, and mineral water.
3. Fill with ice cubes and garnish with a slice of peach.

5. Wintery and spicy: Maple Spiced Rum Delight

For cozy evenings by the fireplace – a drink that warms you up and sparks stories.

Ingredients

• 50 ml spiced rum
• 20 ml maple syrup
• 20 ml lime juice
• Ice cubes
• Cinnamon stick for decoration

Preparation:

1. Mix the rum, maple syrup, and lime juice with a bar spoon in a copper mug.
2. Add ice cubes and garnish with a cinnamon stick.
3. Optionally, add a straw and enjoy.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

1. Can I replace maple syrup with sugar? Maple syrup has a unique flavor that sugar does not offer. For full enjoyment, we recommend sticking with maple syrup.
2. Why is a copper mug ideal for cocktails? Copper mugs keep your drinks cooler for longer and give your cocktail a sophisticated look – perfect for stylish moments of enjoyment.
3. What is the best way to store maple syrup? Store maple syrup in the refrigerator and make sure the bottle is tightly closed. This will keep it fresh and aromatic.
4. Can I prepare cocktails with maple syrup in advance? You can prepare the ingredients in advance, but always mix the drink fresh in the copper mug to ensure the flavor and temperature are perfect.
5. Which spirits go particularly well with maple syrup? Whiskey, rum, and gin harmonize beautifully with maple syrup. Non-alcoholic mixes also benefit from its subtle sweetness.
6. Are copper cups safe? Yes, as long as you only use them for cold drinks – hot liquids should not be poured into them (important safety information).

Your moment: Let the evening shine

Every cocktail you prepare in your copper cup is a promise to yourself: to give yourself time. Time to enjoy, to share, to discover. Every sip is like a little adventure – refreshing, surprising, and a little bit more joie de vivre. So, get out your copper mug, stir your drink with the bar spoon, grab the shaker, and invite your friends over. It'll be an evening to remember.