April 1, 2026

Get in the Easter Mood With This Hot Cross Bun Inspired Cocktail

Ingredients:

  • 45ml spiced rum
  • 15ml cinnamon sugar syrup (recipe below)
  • 60ml fresh apple juice
  • Ice cubes
  • Slice of lemon, for garnish

Cinnamon Sugar Syrup:

  1. Combine ½ cup sugar, ½ cup water, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon in a small saucepan.
  2. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.
  4. Cool completely before using. Store any leftover syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Instructions:

  1. Fill a short glass with ice.
  2. In a shaker, if you have one, combine spiced rum, cinnamon sugar syrup, and apple juice. Shake briefly to chill. No shaker? Serve on the rocks.
  3. Strain into the prepared glass.
  4. Garnish with a slice of lemon or orange to your preference.

Spice up your Easter weekend with this warm, lightly sweet, and refreshing cocktail perfect for poolside evenings! The cinnamon sugar syrup adds a comforting, baked-goods taste reminiscent of hot cross buns – with no baking required.