Spiced Americano with Cinnamon Whipped Cream

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for dusting
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup brewed espresso
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons confectioners sugar

1. In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and 1/2 cup water.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat and reduce the heat to low.
3. Add the allspice, cinnamon, and ginger and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sugar is dissolved.
4. Take the pan off the heat and set aside.
5. In a heat-proof pitcher or measuring cup, add the boiling water to the espresso, then divide it among four 6- to 8-ounce cups.
6. Add 2 tablespoons of the spiced syrup to each cup and stir to combine.
7. Using an electric mixer with a whisk attachment, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
8. Add the confectioners sugar and continue to beat until stiff.
9. Top each cup of espresso with a dollop of whipped cream.
10. Dust with cinnamon and serve.

sugar, ground allspice, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, boiling water, espresso, heavy cream, confectioners sugar

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/spiced-americano-with-cinnamon-whipped-cream-376553 (may not work)