Cocktail of the week: The fallen leaf – recipe from the Peacock Inn

The Guardian · Guardian staff reporter · 2026-11-06 13:00 UTC

An autumnal highball of dark rum, apple juice, warming lemon and honey, with a leg-up from cinnamon and ginger

A warming, seasonal highball built on dark rum and cloudy apple juice. The rum brings a deep, molasses richness that pairs naturally with the apple, while lemon and honey keep things from tipping into sweetness. A pinch of cinnamon runs through the drink, while the ginger beer top adds gentle spice and lift. Garnished with an apple fan, a cinnamon stick (lit, if you like a bit of theatre!) and a dusting of cinnamon, this is a drink made for cold evenings.

Fallen leaf

Serves 1

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