Tequila Don Julio's 'Abuela's Old Fashioned'

Name: Tequila Don Julio's 'Abuela's Old Fashioned'
Ingredients: 2 cinnamon sticks; 1 vanilla stick; 2 star anise; 2 cup water; 4 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 1/2 ounce tequila, such as tequila don julio reposado; 1/3 ounce buñuelo syrup; 2 dashes angostura bitters; 1 dash chocolate mole bitters; orange and lemon twist, for garnish

Tequila Don Julio|April 11, 2016 12:35 pm EST

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This year, truly celebrate Mexican heritage with the plant that started it all, the agave. Whether you’re partial to a crisp, classic blanco, a rich reposado, or a spicy añejo, Tequila Don Julio has got you covered.Crafted by Miami Mixologist Eddie Fuentes, the below recipe highlights the agave and fresh flavors in Tequila Don Julio in new and unexpected ways. Serving this specialty cocktail made with only the best ingredients will impress friends and add an authentic feel to the festivities.“The sweet buñuelo syrup, made with cinnamon and vanilla, pairs deliciously with Tequila Don Julio Reposado’s intense cooked agave finish.”

Servings

1

Ingredients

2 cinnamon sticks
1 vanilla stick
2 star anise
2 cup water
4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1 1/2 ounce tequila, such as tequila don julio reposado
1/3 ounce buñuelo syrup
2 dashes angostura bitters
1 dash chocolate mole bitters
orange and lemon twist, for garnish

Directions

Bring cracked cinnamon, vanilla sticks, and star anise to a boil in 2 cups of water on high heat. Let boil for 10 minutes.
Add sugar and stir until dissolved. Lower heat and let simmer for 1 minute.
Strain into a large container. Add lemon juice and let cool.
Combine ingredients into a rocks glass with ice and stir.
Garnish with orange and lemon twist.