Fruitcake the Drink
Capture the festive essence of the holidays in a glass with "Fruitcake the Drink," a vibrant cocktail inspired by the flavors of the iconic dessert. This easy-to-make recipe combines the warmth of dark rum and amaretto with tangy orange and cranberry juices, rounded out by a splash of spiced cinnamon syrup for a truly seasonal twist. Garnished with dried cranberries, a hint of ground nutmeg, and an optional candied orange peel, this cocktail isn’t just a drink—it’s a celebration. Perfect for holiday parties or cozy winter evenings, this delightful beverage comes together in just 5 minutes, serving up rich, fruity flavors that are as bold as they are festive. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying some solo holiday cheer, "Fruitcake the Drink" is your go-to holiday cocktail.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Dark rum
- 1 ounce Amaretto
- 2 ounces Orange juice
- 2 ounces Cranberry juice
- 0.5 ounce Cinnamon syrup
- 1 pinch Nutmeg (ground)
- 1 tablespoon Dried cranberries
- 1 piece Candied orange peel (optional)
- 1 cup Ice cubes
Instructions
Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
Add the dark rum, amaretto, orange juice, cranberry juice, and cinnamon syrup to the shaker.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Garnish with dried cranberries, a pinch of ground nutmeg, and a piece of candied orange peel (if using).
Serve immediately and enjoy your festive Fruitcake the Drink!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
459 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.2 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 199 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
