Big Batch Cocktails: Harvest Apple Gin-ger
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4.7
Big Batch Cocktails: Harvest Apple Gin-ger
Description
This cocktail is prepared by combining apple cider, gin, lemon juice, and a homemade syrup steeped with cinnamon and thyme, then chilling overnight to meld flavors. Just before serving, ginger beer is added to provide effervescence and a spicy ginger kick. The drink balances the sweetness of the cider and syrup with the tartness of lemon while the herbs add complexity. Served over ice, the garnishes reinforce the herbal and citrus notes visually and aromatically.
Harvest Apple Gin-ger is suitable for parties or large gatherings as it can be mixed in advance. Its autumn-inspired ingredients and warming spices make it fitting for cool weather occasions. The syrup preparation requires simmering sugar, water, and herbs to infuse flavor before mixing with the cocktail.
Ingredients
- 32 oz apple cider
- 18 oz ginger beer Fever Tree Refreshingly Light
- 15 oz gin see notes, Rabbit Hole Bespoke
- 5 oz lemon juice fresh
- 4 oz simple syrup recipe in notes, thyme and cinnamon infused
- 1 blood orange small, sliced
- 4 cinnamon stick plus more for simple syrup
- 4-6 prigs thyme plus more for simple syrup, fresh, for serving
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except ginger beer and thyme to a tall pitcher. Refrigerate overnight to help develop the best flavor.
- Just before serving, add ginger beer and stir well. Serve over ice, garnished with fresh thyme sprigs, cinnamon sticks, and apple and blood orange slices.
Notes
- Prepare the thyme and cinnamon infused simple syrup by boiling equal parts sugar and water, then steeping cinnamon sticks and thyme sprigs off heat for 10-15 minutes until cooled.
- Refrigerate the cocktail base overnight (before adding ginger beer) to develop deeper flavor.
- Add ginger beer just prior to serving to keep its fizz and fresh ginger taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 11servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 197 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 7oz | |
| Calories | 197kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Sodium | 22mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 49mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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