{"id":2044038,"date":"2024-09-12T14:35:48","date_gmt":"2024-09-12T23:35:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=2044038"},"modified":"2024-10-24T10:43:10","modified_gmt":"2024-10-24T15:43:10","slug":"apple-cider-cocktail","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/apple-cider-cocktail\/","title":{"rendered":"Apple Cider Cocktail"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Pair fresh apple cider with bourbon and you\u2019ve got a quintessential fall sipper. Our bourbon apple cider cocktail strikes the perfect balance between fresh and cozy. Featuring sweet apple cider, bright lemon juice and warming bourbon, this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/fall-cocktails\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/fall-cocktails\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">fall cocktail recipe<\/a> has everything you want when the seasons start to shift.<\/p>\n<h2>Apple Cider Cocktail Ingredients<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1799028 size-large\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/bourbon-cocktail_for-web-Lauren-Grant-JVedit.jpg?fit=700%2C700\" alt=\"ingredients for a bourbon apple cocktail on a counter, view from above\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">LAUREN GRANT for TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Rosemary:<\/strong> An herbaceous sprig of rosemary brings a piney freshness to this cozy fall cocktail with apple cider.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sugar:<\/strong> If you can\u2019t find brown sugar cubes, use 1 teaspoon <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-turbinado-sugar\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-turbinado-sugar\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">turbinado sugar<\/a> to sweeten the drink.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bitters:<\/strong> Don\u2019t skip out on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/bitters\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/bitters\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cocktail bitters<\/a>. A few dashes will balance out the sweetness. Avid home bartenders will want <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/angostura-bitters\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/angostura-bitters\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Angostura bitters<\/a> since they\u2019re considered some of the best bitters in the world.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Apple cider:<\/strong> Please do not confuse apple juice for apple cider! Juice is much sweeter than cider and usually doesn\u2019t have all those extra yummy fall spices. Apple cider is tangy, naturally sweetened and perfectly fall-spiced. Buy apple cider from an apple orchard or farmers market for the very best taste.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bourbon:<\/strong> Bourbon is the perfect spirit for cocktails with apple cider. The natural vanilla, caramel and oak notes pair beautifully with the apple cider, rosemary and brown sugar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lemon juice:<\/strong> With any cocktail, fresh citrus juice tastes best, so skip the bottled stuff.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Apple garnish:<\/strong> Garnish apple cider cocktails with thin apple slices to complete the look.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Muddle the first ingredients<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1799025 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/bourbon-cocktail_for-web-4-Lauren-Grant-JVedit.jpg?fit=700%2C700\" alt=\"top view of a glass with muddled sugar and rosemary\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">LAUREN GRANT for TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a cocktail shaker, muddle the rosemary, sugar and bitters until the herbs are fragrant and the sugar starts to dissolve.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Add the remaining ingredients<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1799026 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/bourbon-cocktail_for-web-5-Lauren-Grant-JVedit.jpg?fit=700%2C700\" alt=\"top view of a cocktail being mixed in a glass\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">LAUREN GRANT for TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Add the apple cider, bourbon and lemon juice. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Stir to chill<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1799027 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/bourbon-cocktail_for-web-6-Lauren-Grant-JVedit.jpg?fit=700%2C700\" alt=\"top view of an iced cocktail\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">LAUREN GRANT for TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Add ice to the cocktail shaker and stir the mixture until it\u2019s thoroughly chilled, about 30 seconds.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Strain and garnish<\/h3>\n<p>Fill a rocks glass with ice. Place the top of the cocktail shaker strainer on the cocktail shaker and strain the cocktail over the ice in the rocks glass. Garnish with an apple slice, if desired.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2068160\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Apple-Cider-Cocktail_TOHcom24_278056_MD_P2_09_26_2b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"two glasses filled with a refreshing Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktail, The glasses are filled with ice and garnished with slices of apple\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Mark Derse for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use warming fall spices:<\/strong> For extra coziness, sprinkle in a small amount of nutmeg and cardamom (they are both strong spices, so a little goes a long way!). Then garnish the drink with a cinnamon stick.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try a different spirit:<\/strong> Not a bourbon fan? Dark rum or vodka are both great replacements in cocktails with apple cider.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add some fizz:<\/strong> Who doesn\u2019t love a fizzy cocktail? Top your apple cider cocktails with zippy ginger beer or Prosecco.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store an Apple Cider Cocktail<\/h2>\n<p>If you have leftovers that you just can\u2019t part with, discard the apple garnish, pour the apple cider cocktail into a Mason jar and close the lid tightly. Store the cocktail in the fridge for up to one day. Give the drink a good shake or stir before enjoying it again.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make this apple cider cocktail ahead of time?<\/h3>\n<p>Absolutely! You can make this beverage up to four hours before enjoying it. Follow the recipe through Step 2, stopping just before adding any ice to the mixture. Pour the mixture into a Mason jar and stash it in the fridge. When you\u2019re ready to enjoy the cocktail, continue with the directions starting at Step 3.<\/p>\n<h2>Apple Cider Cocktail Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2068161 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Apple-Cider-Cocktail_TOHcom24_278056_MD_P2_09_26_3b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"a close-up of a refreshing Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktail, featuring a vibrant orange-red hue and a chilled glass, The drink is garnished with slices of apple\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Mark Derse for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What bourbon goes best with apple cider?<\/h3>\n<p>As I always say, the best bourbon is the one you enjoy drinking on its own!<\/p>\n<p>However, if you\u2019re looking for a bit more direction, opt for a bourbon that\u2019s middle of the road in terms of price. You don\u2019t want to use overly expensive bourbon for any mixed drink\u2014save the pricey stuff for serving neat or on the rocks. Likewise, don\u2019t use something too cheap or bottom shelf or you\u2019ll end up with a drink that burns instead of going down smooth.<\/p>\n<p>I prefer Kentucky bourbon, but for something fall-inspired, try rye that features notes of warm spices.<\/p>\n<h3>What\u2019s the difference between bourbon and whiskey?<\/h3>\n<p>I get asked this question a lot because most people get confused about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/bourbon-vs-whiskey\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/bourbon-vs-whiskey\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">difference between bourbon and whiskey<\/a>. Remember this: All bourbon is whiskey, but not all whiskey is bourbon. Whiskey is a spirit fermented from grain mash and aged in wood barrels. It is distilled all around the world and includes varieties such as Scotch whisky, Irish whiskey and American whiskey.<\/p>\n<p>The most notable of American whiskeys is bourbon. As with Champagne, a whiskey must meet a variety of qualifications to be labeled as bourbon. For starters, it must be distilled in the United States and must contain at least 51% corn mash.<\/p>\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, bourbon <em>does not<\/em> need to come from Kentucky. A large percentage of bourbon does come from Kentucky, but it doesn\u2019t have to come from Kentucky to be designated as bourbon. For it to be labeled as Kentucky bourbon, the spirit must be distilled and aged in Kentucky.<\/p>\n<h3>What should I serve with apple cider cocktails?<\/h3>\n<p>Cocktails with apple cider are the ideal drinks for cool months. To keep with that flannel season vibe, serve this apple cider cocktail at your next autumnal gathering with other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/fall-party-food\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/fall-party-food\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">fall party food<\/a>. If this drink is just for you and a loved one, enjoy the apple cider cocktails with kettle corn, truly irresistible <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/apple-gouda-pigs-in-a-blanket\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/apple-gouda-pigs-in-a-blanket\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">apple-gouda pigs in a blanket<\/a> or fall-centered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/roasted-pumpkin-nachos\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/roasted-pumpkin-nachos\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">roasted pumpkin nachos<\/a>. And, who could say no to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/fall-desserts\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/fall-desserts\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">fall dessert<\/a>?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This bourbon apple cider cocktail is perfect for enjoying around a bonfire or curled up with a good book and a flannel shirt.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2064279,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[307109,305513,305522,304328,305487,304338,304390,307104,304368,303887,306848,304350,324623,304388,303883],"categories-v2":[310160,310840,310849,308984,310796,308992,308761,310155,308745,308478,309603,309001,309177,308752,308476],"coauthors":[152017,342012],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Apple 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