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apple cider bourbon cocktail recipe

Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail Recipe

Make this Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail Recipe in just 5 minutes with bourbon, fresh apple cider, maple syrup, and lemon for the perfect fall drink at home.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 People
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 195
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz bourbon
  • 6 oz fresh apple cider
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 2 cups ice cubes
  • 2 –4 apple slices
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon optional

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Cocktail strainer
  • Two rocks glasses
  • Bar spoon
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Glasses
  1. Fill two rocks glasses with fresh ice cubes. Add an apple slice to each glass for extra flavor and presentation.
    prepare glasses with ice and apple slices
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
  1. Pour the bourbon, apple cider, lemon juice, maple syrup, and bitters into a cocktail shaker. Fill the shaker halfway with ice.
    mix bourbon apple cider and lemon juice
Step 3: Shake Well
  1. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. This chills the cocktail while blending all the flavors together.
    shake apple cider bourbon cocktail
Step 4: Strain
  1. Strain the cocktail evenly into the prepared glasses over fresh ice.
    strain apple cider bourbon cocktail into glasses
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
  1. Top each drink with a cinnamon stick and another apple slice. Sprinkle a tiny pinch of ground cinnamon if desired and serve immediately.
    garnished apple cider bourbon cocktail ready to serve

Notes

For the best flavor, always use fresh apple cider and freshly squeezed lemon juice instead of bottled alternatives.