Try this classic fall cocktail, a delicious cocktail combining the warm flavors of apple cider and bourbon with a touch of spice and citrus.
Spiced Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 2 ounces bourbon
- 4 ounces fresh apple cider
- 1/2 ounce lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2-3 dashes of Angostura bitters
- Ice cubes
- Apple slices and cinnamon sticks for garnish (optional)
- Ground cinnamon and sugar for rimming the glass (optional)
Instructions:
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Rim the Glass (optional): If you want to add a decorative touch, mix a small amount of ground cinnamon and sugar on a plate. Moisten the rim of your glass with a lemon wedge and gently dip it into the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat the rim.
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Prepare the Cocktail:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add the bourbon, fresh apple cider, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Shake well for about 15-20 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients thoroughly.
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Strain and Serve:
- Fill a rocks glass with fresh ice cubes.
- Strain the cocktail mixture from the shaker into the glass.
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Add Bitters and Garnish:
- Add 2-3 dashes of Angostura bitters to the top of the cocktail. This adds a pleasant aromatic complexity.
- Stir gently with a cinnamon stick to incorporate the bitters.
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Garnish and Enjoy:
- Optionally, garnish your cocktail with a slice of apple and another cinnamon stick for a festive look.