Ground Cinnamon
Finely ground cinnamon bark used as a spice and aromatic garnish in cocktails. Ground cinnamon provides warm, sweet spice notes and is most commonly used in hot, creamy, or winter-style drinks.
Quick Facts
Flavour Profile
Primary Flavours
Tasting Notes
Soft, warming spice with sweet woody notes and gentle heat. Aromatic rather than sharp when used sparingly.
Recommended Brands
Budget Choice
Supermarket ground cinnamon
Premium Choice
Bart Ground Cinnamon (Fresher aroma with cleaner spice character)
Storage & Handling
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Keep away from moisture and heat. Replace regularly to maintain aroma and flavour.
Shelf Life
6–12 months once opened for optimal aroma
Ground Cinnamon
Finely ground cinnamon bark used as a spice and aromatic garnish in cocktails. Ground cinnamon provides warm, sweet spice notes and is most commonly used in hot, creamy, or winter-style drinks.
Pro Tip
If cinnamon tastes dusty, it’s past its prime — replace it.
Usage
Used sparingly as a garnish or flavour accent, typically dusted over the surface of a drink or incorporated into butter batters and warm cocktail preparations.
Top Tips
- Use fresh, aromatic cinnamon — stale spice quickly turns dusty and bitter.
- Apply lightly; cinnamon should enhance aroma, not dominate flavour.
- Store away from heat and light to preserve volatile oils.
Possible Substitutions
- Cinnamon stick (less immediate aroma)
Production Method
Produced by drying cinnamon bark and grinding it into a fine powder. True cinnamon (Ceylon) is milder and sweeter than cassia varieties.
History & Context
Cinnamon has been used in punches and hot drinks since the earliest days of mixed beverages, valued for its warming aroma and compatibility with rum, sugar, and butter-based preparations.