Spiced Vanilla Dream

A delightful warm and spiced vanilla cocktail that is perfect for cozying up on chilly evenings. The blend of creamy milk, fragrant spices, and rich liqueurs creates a comforting drink to savor by the fireside.

Spiced Vanilla Dream

A warm and spiced vanilla cocktail, perfect for chilly evenings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup 1% or 2% Milk
  • 1 tablespoon Pure Maple Syrup
  • 1/4 of a Cinnamon Stick
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1/2 Vanilla Bean, cut down the middle and scraped out
  • 0.50 oz Bailey's Irish Cream Liqueur
  • 0.50 oz Brandy
  • 1/2 tablespoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon for Garnish (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar for Garnish (Optional)
  • Honey for Garnish (Optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium-sized saucepan over low/medium heat, combine milk, maple syrup, cinnamon stick, nutmeg, and scraped vanilla bean.
  2. Heat the mixture, stirring constantly until hot and steamy. Do not let it boil; cook for 5-7 minutes, then remove from heat.
  3. Remove the cinnamon stick, allow the mixture to cool slightly, then stir in the brandy, Bailey's Irish Cream, and vanilla extract.
  4. For garnish, mix cinnamon and sugar on a plate. Rub honey around the edges of the serving glass and dip into the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
  5. Pour the cocktail into the prepared glass, serve, and enjoy!