Spiced Apple Cider Bourbon Smash
A refreshing fall cocktail that blends bourbon with fresh apple cider, maple syrup, and a touch of spice. Balanced, warming, and perfect for crisp evenings.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Ingredients
2 oz bourbon
1 oz lemon juice
¾ oz maple syrup
2 oz apple cider (or spiced apple juice if cider isn’t available yet)
2–3 dashes Angostura bitters
Apple slices + cinnamon stick, for garnish
Instructions
Fill a shaker with ice.
Add bourbon, lemon juice, maple syrup, cider, and bitters.
Shake until well chilled.
Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
Garnish with apple slices and a cinnamon stick.
Notes from the Bar
Fresh Apple Cider
Whenever possible, use fresh apple cider for the richest flavor. If it’s not available, you can simmer apple juice with a cinnamon stick and a few cloves for a quick spiced substitute.
Maple Depth
Maple syrup adds cozy fall character without making the drink overly sweet. A little goes a long way to round out the bourbon and cider.
Cinnamon Stick Garnish
A cinnamon stick isn’t just a garnish—it adds warm aroma with every sip and doubles as a natural stirrer.
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until next time, keep the spirit high and the company good,
Kevin & Kate
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