Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail

Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail

Healthy Fact of the Day

Apple cider provides vitamin C and antioxidants. Opt for a high-quality bourbon with no added sugars, and adjust maple syrup to keep the sweetness in check. This cocktail is a warming, indulgent treat best enjoyed responsibly.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 4 oz apple cider
  • 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz maple syrup (or to taste)
  • Dash of ground cinnamon or cinnamon stick for garnish
  • Ice cubes
  • Apple slice and rosemary sprig for garnish (optional)

     Instructions
  1. Prepare Cocktail: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add bourbon, apple cider, lemon juice, and maple syrup. Shake well until chilled.

  2. Serve: Fill a glass with ice and strain the cocktail into it.

  3. Garnish: Sprinkle a dash of cinnamon on top or add a cinnamon stick for aroma. Garnish with an apple slice and a rosemary sprig if desired.

  4. Optional Warm Version: For a warm cocktail, heat apple cider, maple syrup, and lemon juice in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in bourbon just before serving. Garnish as desired.

    Cozy up with this Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail! The smooth bourbon, spiced apple cider, and hint of maple make it the perfect drink for crisp evenings, holiday gatherings, or any fall celebration. Cheers!

Recent Recipes

Oreo’s Most-Requested Discontinued Flavor Is Back for

  • June 28, 2026
  • 3 min read

Everything Bagel Hummus & Snap Pea Bites

  • June 28, 2026
  • 15 min read

Gochujang Glazed Tofu & Jasmine Rice Bowls

  • June 28, 2026
  • 15 min read

The Ingredients That Are Worth Spending More

  • June 28, 2026
  • 10 min read

Cardamom Pear Baked Ricotta Cups

  • June 28, 2026
  • 15 min read

Tiramisu Crinkle Cookies

  • June 28, 2026
  • 16 min read

Crispy Mexican Taco Pockets

  • June 28, 2026
  • 8 min read

Dairy Queen Is Dropping Three New Blizzards

  • June 27, 2026
  • 4 min read

The Way We Ate: How Food Has

  • June 27, 2026
  • 11 min read

Slow Cooker Dump Dinners: Throw It In,

  • June 27, 2026
  • 4 min read

Tip of the Day

“Always let your meat rest before slicing.”

Whether you're roasting a chicken, grilling steak, or baking pork tenderloin, letting cooked meat rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing allows the juices to redistribute evenly. This simple step keeps your meat juicy and tender, ensuring every bite is flavorful and moist. Bonus: It gives you a moment to plate your sides or garnish for a perfect presentation!

Our Latest Recipes

Blog
Daily Disher

Oreo’s Most-Requested Discontinued Flavor Is Back for the First Time in a Decade

Oreos are best enjoyed as an occasional treat, and the Cinnamon Bun variety’s intense flavor means a little goes a long way. A standard serving is three cookies — and with the double cinnamon profile of both the wafer and the creme, three is genuinely satisfying without needing to reach for more. If you’re someone who tends to eat cookies mindlessly, portioning three onto a plate before sitting down is a simple habit that helps you actually taste and enjoy what you’re eating rather than reaching into the bag on autopilot.

Read More »
Appetizers
Benjamin Brown

Everything Bagel Hummus & Snap Pea Bites

Snap peas are one of the most nutritionally efficient fresh vegetables available—delivering fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and plant-based protein in a form that is sweet enough to eat raw without preparation and structured enough to function as a snack vehicle without a bowl. They are, in the context of a smart snack rotation, both the delivery mechanism and the nutritional foundation.

Read More »
Asian
Amelia Grace

Gochujang Glazed Tofu & Jasmine Rice Bowls

Firm tofu is one of the most versatile and nutritionally complete plant-based proteins available—delivering all nine essential amino acids alongside meaningful amounts of calcium, iron, and manganese in a form that absorbs surrounding flavors as readily as it absorbs a gochujang marinade. This is plant-based protein that genuinely earns its place in a meal prep bowl.

Read More »

Get your daily dose of delicious!

Skip to content