Follow these steps for perfect results
raw sugar
cinnamon sticks
fresh mint leaves
lime wedges
ice
white rum
blood orange juice
sparkling wine
Combine sugar and water in a saucepan.
Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves.
Add cinnamon sticks and simmer for 15-20 minutes to infuse flavors.
Cool the syrup.
Strain and discard cinnamon sticks.
Refrigerate cinnamon syrup for up to 2 weeks.
Add mint, lime wedges, and cinnamon syrup to a cocktail shaker.
Muddle the ingredients.
Fill shaker with ice.
Add rum and blood orange juice.
Shake briefly.
Pour into a highball glass.
Top with sparkling wine.
Stir gently.
Garnish with a mint sprig and blood orange slice.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of cinnamon syrup to your desired sweetness.
Use freshly squeezed blood orange juice for the best flavor.
Chill the highball glass before serving.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Cinnamon syrup can be made ahead.
Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a slice of blood orange.
Serve chilled.
Serve with appetizers.
Complements the blood orange flavor.
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