Maple Pecan Delight

If you're a fan of pecan pie, you're sure to fall in love with this sweet and nutty cocktail for two. The rim of the glass is coated with a mixture of crushed pecans and pure maple syrup, offering a delightful blend of flavors. This festive and fun cocktail combines bourbon, maple-pecan liqueur, and cream, creating a perfect before- or after-dinner treat for Thanksgiving.

Maple Pecan Delight

A sweet and nutty cocktail with flavors of pecan pie, perfect for celebrating Thanksgiving or any festive occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon toasted pecan halves, crushed
  • 3/4 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • Ice
  • 1 ounce bourbon
  • 1 ounce maple-pecan liqueur
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • Whipped cream and pecan halves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Spread crushed pecans on a small plate.
  2. Pour maple syrup onto another small plate.
  3. Dip a cocktail glass into the maple syrup and then into the pecans to coat the rim. Repeat with another glass.
  4. Fill the glass with ice, if desired, and set aside.
  5. In a cocktail shaker, combine bourbon, maple-pecan liqueur, and cream.
  6. Cover and shake vigorously.
  7. Divide the cocktail between the prepared glasses.
  8. Garnish with whipped cream and pecan halves, if desired.