It’s cinnamon season! And we have the perfect soul-warming drink for the holidays: Ecuadorian-born “Canelazo”— stemming from the Spanish word for cinnamon, “Canela”.
The origins of Canelazo are rumored to be from Ecuador, after traveling Europeans introduced the spice cinnamon to Latin America- which was introduced to them through Silk Road imports from India and Sri Lanka! Now, cinnamon is less of a rarity and can be organically grown in Latin America– so you can find this warm drink being enjoyed all over the region.
Cozy-up to this cinnamon-infused treat with this delicious recipe, which can be enjoyed with or without booze!
Ingredients:
- 6 Cups Water
- 8 Sticks Cinnamon
- 1/2 Cup of Grated Panela
- 1-2oz. Aguardiente (Can be replaced with Black Tea, Ounces determined upon strength preference.)
- Optional Fruit Juice like Naranjilla, Lemon, Orange, or Passion Fruit
Instructions:
- Mix all the ingredients in a medium-sized pot (Except to Aguardiente/Tea and Fruit juice.)
- Bring to a boil. (While waiting, the black tea can be prepared separately.)
- Reduce heat, simmer over low for 40 minutes.
- Remove from heat, add the Aguardiente/Tea and fruit juice (if desired.)
¡Salud!
Source & Image: https://www.196flavors.com/ecuador-canelazo/
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