Warm up on autumn nights with this delicious Spiked Hot Apple Spice Black Tea Autumn Cocktail, a cozy blend of flavored tea and spirits. Perfect for solo moments or sharing with a friend.
1: In a teapot, bring filtered water to 212 degrees.
2: Using one teaspoon of tea for each cup of tea desired, pour the water over the tea into a mug and steep for 5 minutes. Remove the tea leaves.
3: Place a small saucepan on low heat and pour the tea into the pan.
4: Add the whisky, rum, curacao, sweet vermouth, bitters, and orange twist. Stir.
5: For fresh cinnamon, lightly grate the cinnamon stick over the saucepan, adding a light dusting and then drop in the whole stick.
6: Cover, ensuring not to reach a simmer point, for 3 to 5 minutes to allow for further infusion and warming.
7: Remove from heat. Pour into a mug and enjoy!