Cinnamon & Tequila

Cinnamon & Tequila

Cinnamon tequila is exactly what it sounds like: tequila that carries warm cinnamon spice, either bought as a flavored bottle or infused at home. Infusing your own with SWOL Añejo and a couple of cinnamon sticks is cheap, takes minutes of hands-on time, and tastes far fresher than most store bottles. This page covers what cinnamon tequila is, how to infuse it, and what to mix it into, from a warm ginger-cinnamon sipper to easy cold builds. If you want the finished signature cocktail, our Cinnamon Sunset recipe is one click away. Start with the infusion, then use the drink below to show it off.

INGREDIENTS
  1. Add 2 cinnamon sticks to a clean jar with 8 oz (1 cup) SWOL Añejo Tequila.
  2. Seal and steep at room temperature, tasting daily.
  3. Pull the sticks at 2 to 4 days once the spice is where you want it; longer gets bitter.
  4. Strain and store in a sealed bottle away from light.
HOW TO PREPARE
  • 1.5 oz SWOL Añejo Tequila (the hero: aged and oaky, it is the base for both the infusion and the drink)
  • 2 oz ginger-cinnamon tea (simmer 2 cups water with 60 g sliced fresh ginger and 1 cinnamon stick)
  • 0.5 oz agave syrup (equal parts agave nectar and water)
  • 1 dash Angostura bitters
  • Garnish: orange peel, whole cloves and a cinnamon stick
Style of Glass to use
  • Martini Glass
Garnishes
  • Cinnamon Stick

What is cinnamon tequila?

It is tequila flavored with cinnamon, either commercially (liqueurs like Peligroso) or by home infusion. Homemade infusions let you control sweetness and intensity and use a spirit you trust. SWOL Añejo is ideal because its oak and vanilla already sit in the same flavor family as cinnamon, so the spice reads as seasoning rather than an additive.

How to build the warm cinnamon tequila drink?

  1. Simmer the ginger and cinnamon in water for about 10 minutes, then strain the tea.
  2. Combine equal parts agave nectar and water for the agave syrup.
  3. In a heat-safe glass, stir the SWOL Añejo, warm tea, agave syrup and a dash of bitters.
  4. Garnish with a clove-studded orange peel and a cinnamon stick, and serve warm.

What to mix cinnamon tequila with?

Cinnamon tequila is flexible. Warm: stir it into hot cider, spiced tea or a toddy. Cold: shake it into a margarita or a whiskey-sour-style build with lime and agave, or stir it into coffee. For the full flagship serve, see our Cinnamon Sunset cocktail, which is built around this same cinnamon-and-tequila pairing.

Reposado vs Añejo and storage

Reposado infuses a touch brighter, while Añejo gives a rounder, oakier result that we prefer for cinnamon. Either way, store your finished infusion in a sealed bottle away from heat and light; it keeps its flavor for several months.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is cinnamon tequila?

Tequila flavored with cinnamon, either a store-bought bottle or a home infusion of tequila and cinnamon sticks.

How do you make cinnamon-infused tequila?

Steep 2 cinnamon sticks in about a cup of SWOL Añejo for 2 to 4 days, then strain.

How long should I infuse it?

Taste daily and pull the sticks at 2 to 4 days; longer turns bitter.

Is reposado or añejo better?

Añejo gives a rounder, oakier result; reposado infuses a little brighter.

What do you mix cinnamon tequila with?

Hot cider, spiced tea and toddies when warm, or margaritas and sours when cold.

How long does homemade cinnamon tequila last?

Sealed and kept from light, it holds flavor for several months.

Do I need a cinnamon liqueur?

No. A home infusion gives you control over spice and sweetness without buying a separate bottle.

Cinnamon & Tequila TIPS

Infuse & Garnish with Flair

Make your ginger-cinnamon tea a day ahead and refrigerate to deepen the flavors. When stirring the cocktail, use a heat-safe glass or mug to enjoy it warm without cracking. For an aromatic presentation, lightly toast the clove-studded orange peel before garnishing—this releases fragrant oils and adds a subtle smoky note that pairs beautifully with the spices and tequila.

MADE WITH

SWOL Anejo Tequila Limited Release (750Ml)

750 ML

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