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Apple Whiskey Smash

Healthy Fact of the Day

Fresh mint contains menthol and antioxidants that may help improve digestion and provide a natural cooling effect — making your cocktail both delicious and refreshing!

Thirsty Thursday is serving up the perfect balance of crisp and smooth with the Apple Whiskey Smash. This refreshing cocktail combines the warmth of whiskey with bright apple liqueur, fresh mint, and a hint of citrus for a drink that’s both seasonal and sophisticated. The muddled mint adds an aromatic freshness that makes every sip feel like a breath of crisp autumn air.

If you love whiskey cocktails with seasonal flair, try our Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail for more cozy apple flavors or the Cranberry Orange Whiskey Sour for another fruit-forward whiskey experience. Both capture that same perfect balance of spirit and seasonal ingredients.

Apple Whiskey Smash

Apple Whiskey Smash

Recipe by Daily Disher

This refreshing whiskey cocktail combines crisp apple flavors with fresh mint and citrus for a perfectly balanced drink that’s both seasonal and sophisticated.

Course: CocktailCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
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Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 oz whiskey

    • 0.5 oz apple liqueur

    • 1 piece green apple slice

    • 0.5 oz lemon juice

    • 0.5 oz simple syrup

    • 5 leaves fresh mint

    • 2 pieces ice cubes

    • 1 slice apple for garnish

    • 1 sprig mint for garnish

    Directions

    • In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mint leaves with lemon juice to release the aromatic oils from the mint.
    • Add the whiskey, apple liqueur, simple syrup, and apple slice into the shaker along with the ice cubes.
    • Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for at least 15 seconds until well chilled.
    • Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice to ensure a smooth drink presentation.
    • Garnish with a thin apple slice and a sprig of mint before serving for added visual appeal and flavor.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

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