The Flavor Feed: Spiced Brown Sugar
Warm, toasty, and irresistibly comforting, brown sugar captures the essence of fall without even trying. Mix in a little spice and suddenly you’ve got everything nice.
And it’s not just us who think so. According to Datassential, 82% of consumers say they love or like brown sugar, and its popularity keeps climbing thanks to seasonal coffeehouse favorites and nostalgic, dessert-inspired sips.
The Flavor Feed: Brown Sugar
Behind the bar, Monin’s Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup is a natural choice for building fall- and winter-friendly cocktails. Rich, molasses-kissed brown sugar is layered with baking spice notes, creating a versatile syrup that feels equally at home in cozy lattes as it does in elevated cocktails. Pair it with bourbon or rum to highlight warmth, or shake it into vodka- or gin-based cocktails to add unexpected depth. Beyond the cocktail glass, operators can leverage it in cold brew, seasonal shakes, or even as a drizzle for mocktails and culinary creations.
Monin makes it easy for bartenders and baristas alike to innovate. Their Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup delivers consistency, natural flavor, and a touch of indulgence that transforms any menu item into a seasonal star.
Did You Know?
Brown sugar gets its signature flavor and color from molasses, which not only adds depth and moisture but also lends a naturally spiced, caramel-like profile. Historically, it was considered a luxury ingredient reserved for special desserts and festive occasions. Today, it’s a consumer favorite. Datassential reports that brown sugar has grown on menus by more than 20% in the past four years, highlighting its rising popularity across both food and beverage.
Irish Spiced Coffee
Ingredients
1 1/2 oz. Irish Whiskey
3/4 oz. Monin Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup
6 oz. Fresh Brewed Coffee
3 oz. Heavy Whipping Cream, to top
Glassware: 12 oz. Wine Glass
Preparation
Fill serving glass full of hot water to warm glass.
Discard hot water and pour ingredients into serving glass in order listed.
Stir gently to mix.
Add garnish and serve.
Spiced & Stormy
Ingredients
1/2 oz. Lime Juice
1 1/2 oz. Dark Rum
1/2 oz. Monin Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup
3 oz. Ginger Beer
Glass: 12 oz. Tumbler / Highball Glass
Preparation
Fill serving glass full of ice.
Pour ingredients into serving glass in order listed.
Pour mixture into mixing tin and back into serving glass to mix.
Add garnish and serve.
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