Combine maple cream ingredients in a small jar (8 oz); seal tightly. Shake vigorously until mixture emulsifies and thickens slightly.
Combine all cocktail ingredients in an 8-ounce glass. Top with generous spoonful of maple cream.
*Tea-infused alcohol: add 2 tablespoons of loose leaf Rishi Cinnamon Plum Herbal tea to 400ml of middle shelf whiskey or brandy. Infuse for 2 hours and strain.