The other day my mom asked me if I would make cocktails for Christmas Eve dinner. My response? “Of course! I already bought all the stuff.” 😀 This time of year we have so many parties and dinners, both impromptu and planned, so I like to be prepared.
This cocktail is strong, but very flavorful. It’s perfect for those who like to order Manhattans and Old Fashioneds. It’s also what I like to call “one and done”… because I only need one to start feeling ummm “cheerful”.
You sold yet? Here’s the recipe:
Vanilla Bean Whiskey Cocktail, serves one
2 ounces vanilla bean infused whiskey
1/2 an ounce Dr. McCillicuddy’s Intense Raw Vanilla
2 dashes aromatic cocktail bitters
1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
star anise
Pour the whiskey, vanilla liqueur, bitters and lemon juice into a cocktail shake with ice. Add a star anise. Shake-shake-shake! Serve in an old fashioned glass, garnished with star anise and a lemon wedge. Enjoy! 
To infuse my whiskey I used about half a bottle of whiskey and one full vanilla bean. Let it sit in a dark place for 24-48 hours and it’s ready! I made a pretty big batch because I thought this would also be great for hot toddies. 
I hope you have a wonderful, safe and festive holiday! Cheers! Elsie
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Ingredients
- 2 ounces vanilla bean infused whiskey
- ½ an ounce Dr. McCillicuddy's Intense Raw Vanilla
- 2 dashes aromatic cocktail bitters
- ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- star anise
Instructions
- Pour the whiskey, vanilla liqueur, bitters and lemon juice into a cocktail shake with ice. Add a star anise. Shake-shake-shake! Serve in an old fashioned glass, garnished with star anise and a lemon wedge.
Notes
Credits// Author and Photography: Elsie Larson
Thanks 🙂
Awesome, This will for sure be my New Years Eve cocktail!!!
Cheers indeed, sounds yummy!
Zoe
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sounds so good!
xxoo,
nikki
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This sounds incredible! I’ve never actually tried to infuse anything myself, but vanilla bean infused whiskey sounds too good to pass up.
The vanilla flower makes it!!
Hi Rachel,
I used Bulleit this time. I also like Maker’s Mark (or whatever we have on hand!)
xoxo- elsie
Hi Brianna,
Yes! I bought it at a local shop, but I heard they also carry them at SurLaTable.
XO! elsie
Thanks so much Karina! We’re so happy you enjoy the blog. It’s a lot of work, but we love it so much!!
xx- elsie
Yummy!
Lulu xx
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so pretty and it sounds absolutely delicious! I love anything vanilla.
xoxo
Taylor
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I don’t like drinking, but it seems such a wonderful drink that I may try to do it. hahaha
Have a lovely week!
xxx
Definitely using this recipe for New Year’s Eve.
I will definitely try this cocktail. I cannot wait to make it tomorrow. I have to buy something.
I don’t usually like whisky but I will try this for sure. I luuuuurve vanilla!
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This looks so wonderfully festive! xoxo
What a yummy idea! I hope you have a great Christmas 🙂
This. All of this.
You all are so creative! Keep it up, also I noticed the vanilla liqueur is Mr. McGillicuddy, which also happens to be Lucy Ricardo’s maiden name in the show “I Love Lucy!” Yes, that was random, but I love Lucille Ball!
I’ll have to make this for NYE! Happy Christmas ABM!
Looks amazing!
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