Paul Kushner
This Apple Cider Cocktail is a delightful blend of gin and apple cider, enhanced with a touch of lime juice and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for autumn gatherings or a cozy evening at home, this cocktail is sure to please with its balance of sweet, tart, and spicy flavors.
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Ingredients
- 2 ounces gin
- 2 ounces apple cider
- 0.5 ounce lime juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- Dash of cinnamon
- Apples for garnish
- Sprigs of thyme for garnish
- Cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker combine the gin, apple cider, lime juice, honey simple syrup, and a dash of cinnamon.
- Add ice and shake or stir vigorously until the mixture is well-chilled.
- Fill the serving glass with ice and add a slice apples.
- Strain the chilled cocktail mixture into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with a sprig of thyme and a cinnamon stick.
- Enjoy your Apple Cider Cocktail!
Notes
Pro Tips
- Use fresh, high-quality apple cider for the best flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey simple syrup to suit your taste.
- For a stronger cinnamon flavor, infuse the honey simple syrup with a cinnamon stick before shaking.
Tasting Notes
This Apple Cider Cocktail offers a refreshing mix of flavors, with the gin providing a botanical base and the apple cider adding a sweet, crisp note. The lime juice brings a bright, tart element, while the honey simple syrup adds a smooth sweetness. The dash of cinnamon and the garnish of thyme and a cinnamon stick add warmth and depth, making this cocktail a perfect choice for autumn celebrations.
