Sip, savor, and stay warm this season with a crackling fire and a well-crafted whiskey cocktail. Nothing is better after a cold-weather escapade. Here are our top tips – and a few recipes – for creating a hot whiskey cocktail that pairs well with the comforting glow of a fireplace or the flames of an open campfire.
Practice Responsible Mixing Beside the Fire
Make sure you have a fire extinguisher or water source at the ready before pouring your first ounce of whiskey. Keep a watchful eye on flames and maintain a safe distance while you practice responsible mixing.
Choose Quality Ingredients (like Fox & Oden Whiskey)
Be mindful of the ingredients you bring to your campsite deep within a wooded wonderland. Campfire cocktails are fairly simple – rarely do we make a 12-step cocktail at a campsite – which means the ingredients you bring are doubly important. Fresh fruit, fresh spices, and Fox & Oden’s Double Oaked Bourbon may be all you need.
Bring Portable Barware Essentials
Bring heat-proof and shatterproof barware and drinkware. Things like a sturdy enamel mug and a compact cocktail shaker. The right tools ensure crafting campfire cocktails are seamless and an enjoyable experience.
Share Cocktails with Company
Clink your cocktail mug with a pal and savor the warmth with friends and fellow outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy the below hot whiskey campfire cocktails!
Our Favorite Recipes for Campfire Cocktails
Hot Buttered Bourbon
For the butter:
- 2 oz unsalted butter, softened
- 2 oz packed brown sugar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Cinnamon, pinch
- Salt, pinch
- Freshly grated nutmeg, pinch
- Allspice, pinch
For the Hot Buttered Bourbon:
- 2 oz Fox & Oden Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- 5 oz boiling water
- 2 tbsp buttered bourbon
- Whipped cream, garnish
- Nutmeg, garnish
- Cinnamon, garnish
For the butter:
Mix butter, sugar, maple syrup, spices, and salt until smooth. Store in the fridge until ready to use.
For the Hot Buttered Bourbon:
Bring a pot of water to boil over a campfire or stove. Pour Fox & Oden Straight Bourbon Whiskey in a mug and butter in a glass. Fill the mug with boiling water and whisk constantly until the butter melts and dissolves. Top with whipped cream and serve.
Smoky Maple Hot Toddy
- 2 oz Fox & Oden Rye Whiskey
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- .5 oz lemon juice
- 8 oz hot water
- Lemon wedge, garnish
- Cinnamon stick, garnish
Combine Fox & Oden Rye Whiskey and maple syrup in a heat-resistant mug. Pour lemon juice and water that’s been heated over a stove or fire into the mixture. Stir well until the maple syrup is fully dissolved. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a cinnamon stick for added aroma.
Cinnamon Spice Campfire Cocoa
- 1.5 oz Fox & Oden Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- 2 oz semisweet chocolate
- 6 oz milk
- .5 oz cinnamon schnapps
- Whipped cream, garnish
- Cinnamon stick, garnish
Heat milk in a fireproof saucepan over medium heat – or over a fire until the milk is warmed.
Add chopped chocolate to a heat-resistant mug and pour milk over it. Stir until chocolate is dissolved. Pour Fox & Oden Straight Bourbon Whiskey and cinnamon schnapps into mixture. Stir well to blend the flavors. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with a cinnamon stick for an extra touch of spice.
Fireside Coffee
- 2 oz Fox & Oden Rye Whiskey
- 6 oz hot brewed coffee
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Whipped cream, garnish
- Grated nutmeg, garnish
Brew a strong cup of coffee over a camp stove or fire. Pour coffee into a mug and stir in the brown sugar until dissolved. Add Fox & Oden Rye Whiskey and mix well. Top with a generous dollop of whipped cream. Garnish with a sprinkle of grated nutmeg for a delightful aroma.
Gear up and step into the crisp winter night. Let the flames of your fireplace or campfire dance as you sip on the perfect whiskey cocktail. Purchase Fox & Oden whiskeys online, in our tasting rooms or at a retailer near you to enjoy near the fire. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date on all things Fox & Oden.
