Fields of Madeira

Ingredients

• 20 ml (2 cl)Malibu
• 1 pinchground cinnamon
• 20 ml (2 cl)apple juice

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine the liquids

   Pour the Malibu and apple juice in equal parts into a shot glass.

2. 2

   Add the cinnamon

   Sprinkle with cinnamon. The drink is ready.

3. 3

   Serve without garnish

   No decoration is needed for this simple drink.

What is Fields of Madeira?

This is a small, sweet cocktail of Malibu, apple juice and cinnamon, described by its creator as an apple-strudel-inspired drink. It is a personal modern mix rather than a traditional recipe with a long-established origin.

Equal parts liqueur and juice keep the method simple, while cinnamon brings in the familiar apple-and-spice flavour associated with strudel.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 76 calories, 0g protein, 6g carbs, 0g fat.

Most of the energy comes from the Malibu, while the apple juice contributes the drink's fruit sugars and carbohydrates; neither ingredient provides much protein. Enjoy it as a small drink alongside food, such as a light savoury snack, for a more balanced occasion.

Choosing the ingredients

Malibu: its coconut flavour and sweetness give the drink its liqueur base. Measure it carefully so it stays balanced with the juice.

Apple juice: a clear, smooth juice blends easily in this small serve. Use chilled juice if you want the drink cool without adding ice, which is not part of the method.

Getting the proportions right

Equal parts: measure 20 ml of each liquid into the shot glass. A small measuring measure helps keep the ratio consistent.

Cinnamon: use a light pinch over the surface. Too much can dominate the apple and coconut flavours.

Serving and texture

This drink is meant to be quick and straightforward, with no garnish. The cinnamon sits on top rather than being mixed through, so take a sip that includes a little of the spice.

Use a clean, dry shot glass and serve promptly, before the cinnamon becomes damp and clumps.

Timing and preparation

There is no cooking or lengthy preparation: measure, pour and dust with cinnamon. The listed total time is 3 minutes.

Since the quantities are small, measuring before pouring makes it easier to keep the equal-parts ratio.

What to serve it with

Serve it on its own as a small after-dinner drink, or alongside a simple biscuit or apple dessert if you want to echo its cinnamon flavour.

Keep any accompaniment modest so it does not overwhelm the drink's sweet, fruity character.

Recipe notes & tips

• Chill the apple juice before measuring for a cool serve without changing the recipe.
• Measure both liquids equally rather than pouring by eye.
• Add only a small pinch of cinnamon so it does not mask the other flavours.
• Sprinkle the cinnamon just before serving for a neater surface.
• Use a shot glass large enough to hold both measured liquids comfortably.

Variations

• More apple: Use a little more apple juice for a fruitier, less liqueur-led drink.
• Spice blend: Add a tiny pinch of nutmeg alongside the cinnamon for a warmer flavour.
• Fresh cinnamon: Grate a small amount of cinnamon stick over the top just before serving.
• Chilled glass: Chill the shot glass beforehand for a cooler serve.
• Apple garnish: Add a thin apple slice if you are happy to depart from the no-decoration version.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Unequal measures: the flavour shifts out of balance; measure 20 ml of each liquid.
• Too much cinnamon: it can overpower the drink; start with a small pinch.
• Adding cinnamon too early: it may clump on the surface; sprinkle it just before serving.
• Using a tiny glass: the liquids may spill; choose a shot glass with enough room for both measures.
• Leaving it to stand: the surface spice can become damp; serve as soon as it is made.

How to store

Make this drink just before serving rather than storing it, as the cinnamon is intended to sit freshly sprinkled on top. Keep the Malibu and apple juice sealed and follow the storage directions on their labels.

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