The Honeycrisp Apple Cocktail is a refreshing and fruity drink that celebrates the crisp and sweet flavor of Honeycrisp apples. With a blend of apple juice, bourbon, and a hint of cinnamon, it’s perfect for fall gatherings or cozy evenings.
Ingredients
- 2 oz fresh Honeycrisp apple juice
- 1.5 oz bourbon
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Dash of ground cinnamon
- Ice cubes
- Apple slices and a cinnamon stick (for garnish)
Directions
- Juice the Apples: If you have fresh Honeycrisp apples, juice them using a juicer or blend and strain the mixture to get fresh apple juice.
- Mix the Cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine the fresh apple juice, bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and a dash of ground cinnamon. Add ice cubes.
- Shake Well: Shake the mixture vigorously until well chilled.
- Serve: Strain the mixture into a chilled glass or over fresh ice in a rocks glass.
- Garnish: Garnish with apple slices and a cinnamon stick for added flavor and decoration.
Time and Servings
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 1 Honeycrisp Apple Cocktail
Tips and Variations
- Mocktail Version: Substitute bourbon with sparkling apple cider or ginger ale for a non-alcoholic version.
- Spice It Up: Add a splash of apple cider for extra flavor or use a flavored bourbon (like apple pie bourbon) for a twist.
- Herbal Notes: Muddle some fresh mint or thyme in the shaker before adding the other ingredients for a refreshing herbal note.
This Honeycrisp Apple Cocktail is a delightful way to enjoy the season’s flavors and impress your guests!
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Honeycrisp Apple Cocktail
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Muddling
- Cuisine: Modern American
Description
A crisp, refreshing cocktail that captures the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors found in Honeycrisp apples. This seasonal drink combines fresh apple flavor with warm spices and premium spirits for an elegant autumn sipper.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1/2 oz honey syrup (equal parts honey and hot water, cooled)
- 3 chunks fresh Honeycrisp apple (plus more for garnish)
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 oz ginger liqueur
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
- Ice cubes
- For garnish:
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- Honeycris
- apple fan
- Cinnamon stick
- Fresh thyme sprig
- Optional: honey drizzle
Instructions
- Make honey syrup by combining equal parts honey and hot water, stir until dissolved, then cool.
- In a shaker, muddle fresh Honeycrisp apple chunks with honey syrup.
- Add bourbon, lemon juice, ginger liqueur, and bitters.
- Fill shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- Double strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with an apple fan, cinnamon stick, and thyme sprig.
- Optional: Drizzle with a thin stream of honey.
Notes
- Use only fresh Honeycrisp apples for their distinctive flavor
- Double straining removes apple pulp for a cleaner drink
- Can be served straight up in a coupe glass
- Make honey syrup ahead and store in refrigerator
- Non-alcoholic version: Use apple cider, ginger beer, and honey syrup
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cinnamon to the shaker
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 198
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 4mg