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Apple Brandy Sidecar

Apple Brandy Sidecar

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Prep Time: 4 minutes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple brandy cocktails, apple cider cocktails, fall brandy cocktails, fall cocktails, lemon juice cocktails, maple syrup cocktails, orange liqueur cocktails
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1.5 ounces apple brandy
  • 0.75 ounce orange liqueur
  • 0.5 ounce lemon juice
  • 0.5 ounce apple cider
  • 0.5 ounce maple syrup
  • 1 dash Holiday Pie Bitters
  • Apple slice for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • Begin by filling a coupe glass with ice to chill while you prepare the cocktail.
  • In a cocktail shaker, combine the apple brandy, orange liqueur, lemon juice, apple cider, and a dash of Holiday Pie Bitters.
  • Fill the shaker with ice, secure the lid, and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
  • Discard the ice from the chilled coupe glass.
  • Strain the shaken cocktail into the prepared coupe glass.
  • Garnish with a fresh apple slice for an elegant presentation.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, fruity, and citrusy flavors of this sophisticated cocktail.

Notes

Pro Tips

  • Chill your coupe glass in the freezer for 5 minutes to keep the cocktail cold longer.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup.
  • Swap apple brandy for Calvados if you want a deeper, more robust apple flavor.
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