Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail

User Reviews

5

117 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    2 cocktails

  • Calories

    215 kcal

  • Course

    Drinks

  • Cuisine

    American

Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail

This Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail combines equal parts bourbon and apple cider balanced with a sweet autumn spice simple syrup and a touch of fresh lemon juice. The chilling mix of these ingredients provides a mellow, slightly sweet drink with a warm bourbon backbone and hints of spice and citrus. Served over ice and garnished with traditional fall accents, this cocktail suits cooler weather and pairs well with seasonal gatherings.

Description

The Get the Recipe Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail blends four ounces each of bourbon and apple cider with a spiced simple syrup and fresh lemon juice to create a smooth, flavorful drink. The preparation involves combining all ingredients in a shaker with ice, stirring well, and then straining into serving glasses. Garnishes like apple slices or cinnamon sticks enhance its aroma and presentation.

This cocktail offers a balance of sweetness from the syrup and cider, warmth from the bourbon, and brightness from the lemon juice. Its chilled nature makes it refreshing but with comforting autumn flavors. The recipe is suitable for making two servings at once.

Adjusting bourbon quantity to personal taste is encouraged, as noted by the creator who suggests three ounces for a lighter whiskey presence. Preparing the simple syrup in advance ensures it is cool and ready for mixing.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 ounces bourbon
  • 4 ounces apple cider
  • 1 ½ ounces simple syrup Autumn Spice flavor
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice or to taste, fresh

Instructions

  1. Make the simple syrup in advance and let cool before assembling the cocktail.
  2. Fill a large jar or cocktail shaker with ice. Add the bourbon, apple cider, simple syrup, and lemon juice. Stir to combine, then strain the drink evenly between two serving glasses.
  3. Garnish with an apple slice, cinnamon stick, or thyme sprig as desired.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 215kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 15mg (1%) Potassium 74mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 21g (42%) Vitamin A 1IU (0%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 7mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2cocktails

Amount Per Serving

Calories 215 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 215kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 15mg 1%
Potassium 74mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 21g 42%
Vitamin A 1IU 0%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 7mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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