Canelazo is a traditional Colombian hot drink made with sugar cane and cinnamon. It's very comforting and perfect for a cold day.
Canelazo is a popular and strong Colombian drink that is a perfect end to any meal. It's made from agua de panela, cinnamon and aguardiente, an anise flavored liquor which translates to "fire water" in English and lime juice. Enjoy this cocktail at your next party!
How to Make Canelazo
- Place the aguapanela, aguardiente, cinnamon and lime juice in a medium-low pot over medium heat. Simmer for about 7 minutes. Don not let it boil.
- To serve: place the sugar in a shallow dish. Moisten the rim of a espresso cup with a dampened paper towel, then dip in sugar.
- Fill the cup with canelazo. Serve immediately.
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Canelazo Recipe (Sugar Cane and Cinnamon Hot Drink)
Ingredients
- 2 cups aguapanela sugar cane drink
- 1 cup aguardiente
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- ½ teaspoon lime juice
- Sugar for serving
Instructions
- Place the aguapanela, aguardiente, cinnamon and lime juice in a medium-low pot over medium heat. Simmer for about 7 minutes. Don not let it boil.
- To serve: place the sugar in a shallow dish. Moisten the rim of a espresso cup with a dampened paper towel, then dip in sugar.
- Fill the cup with canelazo. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 493kcalCarbohydrates: 117gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.04gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.003gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 0.4mgPotassium: 49mgFiber: 2gSugar: 114gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 0.3mg
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Erica
Thank you so much guys!
grace
even though the temperature is almost in triple digits here, i'd drink this hot beverage with gusto!
Jenn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog)
That's different! I've heard of Mexican hot chocolate with cinnamon, but never a straight cinnamon drink. I bet it's tasty as can be. 🙂
Jenn
NinaCally
The cinnamon is just one of the ingredients; you won't taste as the main flavor. The combination of flavored and the smell are incredibly unique. Great for cold nights, bonfires and camping !!!!!
Ruth
This sounds like the perfect drink for me! Love the cinnamon!
Joy
How gorgeous! Beautiful, delicious and refreshing! What more could you ask of a drink!
Kim
I love those cute little cups, Erica! I bet this drink is sweet and slightly spicy from the cinnamon. Looks very tasty.
Mari's Cakes
Erica this looks interesting...I would love to taste it. Love the picture.
Un saludo : )
rebecca subbiah
oh this looks great man your country has such cool food and drinks
Anh
This is new to me! I’ve been used to sugar cane, au naturel. This looks great!
Francijoe
That sounds like a great drink to have during Christmas...aguardiente is a hard drink. Now I cant wait till the Feria de Cali..... How will it make you feel....?
Erica
Francijoe-If you have more 5!!!Drunk 😉
NinaCally
Yes, go easy on it.... Os sweet but strong. Delicious for the cold winter nights, or perfect for after any meal.
Jeannie
Looks like a great drink!
sanyukta gour
ahhhhhhhhh...dear hot drink but looks so bful n refreshing to the eyes..love those cute cups...
Lyndsey
Ha! This is great! I just picked up some cane sugar actually piloncillo cane sugar. I used it on my French toast with Sambuca this morning. I'll be trying this!
Ivy
Sounds very interesting.
Simply Life
Oooh I've never had anything like that- I bet it's great!
Miriam/The Winter Guest
Oh, me encanta el nombre, jaja.