Apple Cider Bourbon Smash
Cozy, crisp and full of fall flavor, this Apple Cider Bourbon Smash is the kind of cocktail that makes entertaining feel effortless. Bourbon, fresh apple cider and warm seasonal spice come together in a drink that’s beautiful enough for a fall gathering but simple enough to make at home.
Apple Cider Bourbon Smash
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 3 oz apple cider
- ½ oz fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz maple syrup
- Dash of cinnamon
- Ice
Garnish
Apple slices + cinnamon stick
Instructions
Add bourbon, apple cider, lemon juice, maple syrup and a dash of cinnamon to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well until chilled, then strain over fresh ice. Garnish with apple slices and a cinnamon stick.
Happy Host Tip: Making drinks for a group? Combine the bourbon, apple cider, lemon juice and maple syrup ahead of time and refrigerate. Shake individual servings with ice just before serving.
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