Description
Warm winter nights sparkle with this Caramel Apple Cider Cocktail, blending rich whiskey and sweet caramel with tangy apple cider. Spiced cinnamon and smooth bourbon create a comforting libation perfect for holiday gatherings and cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) bourbon or apple brandy
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) apple cider
- 1/2 cup (12 tablespoons) maple syrup (to taste)
Garnish and Rim:
- Caramel sauce (for rim)
- Raw sugar or cinnamon sugar (for rim)
- Cinnamon sticks (for garnish)
- Apple slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Elegantly coat the rim of each cocktail glass with a luscious layer of caramel sauce, then delicately roll in sparkling raw sugar or fragrant cinnamon sugar for a glamorous presentation.
- Chill the prepared glasses in the refrigerator to ensure a perfectly crisp serving temperature.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with robust apple cider, smooth bourbon (or rich apple brandy), and velvety maple syrup.
- Add a generous handful of ice cubes to the shaker and vigorously shake the mixture, allowing the ingredients to harmonize and become thoroughly chilled.
- Retrieve the frosty glasses from the refrigerator and gracefully pour the cocktail mixture into each one.
- Enhance the drink’s visual appeal and aromatic complexity by garnishing with a crisp, thinly sliced apple wedge and an elegant cinnamon stick.
- Serve immediately, inviting guests to savor this quintessential autumnal libation that captures the essence of seasonal comfort and sophistication.
Notes
- Chill glasses beforehand to keep the cocktail refreshingly cold and enhance the overall drinking experience.
- Experiment with different bourbon or brandy types to customize the flavor profile and find your perfect balance.
- Use fresh, high-quality apple cider for the most robust and authentic autumn taste in your cocktail.
- Consider making a non-alcoholic version by replacing bourbon with sparkling apple juice or ginger ale for a family-friendly twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 80 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 100 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg