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How to Make a Campfire Cocktail | Bourbon, Marshmallow Syrup & Drink Styling

Fall Has Arrived (Sort Of) in South Florida
The fall weather has finally rolled into South Florida- let’s hope it hangs out for a bit. Tonight’s forecast is a brisk 59° (cue my New England family’s eye rolls). But hey, we’ll take what we can get!

Cooler temps mean it’s time to break out something comforting. Enter: the Campfire Cocktail– our go-to bourbon drink with a toasted marshmallow twist. Bonus: it’s named after our dog’s favorite whiskey (shoutout to Woodford Reserve).

🥃 How to Make a Campfire Cocktail

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz bourbon (we love Woodford Reserve)
  • 0.5 oz marshmallow syrup (recipe below)

🔥 Homemade Marshmallow Syrup Recipe

You’ll need:

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 8 marshmallows
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the sugar and water to a boil.
  2. Simmer for 5–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Toast marshmallows using a kitchen torch (arguably the most fun part).
  4. Add toasted marshmallows to the syrup and cook for another 2–3 minutes until fully dissolved.
  5. Remove from heat, strain through a fine mesh sieve, and let cool.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Storage Tip: Store in a glass bottle or jar in the fridge for up to 1 month.

More Ways to Use Marshmallow Syrup
This dreamy syrup isn’t just for cocktails—it’s a game-changer in:

  • Drizzled over waffles or ice cream (yes, really)Lattes and coffee drinks
  • Milkshakes and floats
  • Hot chocolate or chai tea

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