The Grave Digger Cocktail
This refreshing cocktail layers hard cider, ginger ale, and bourbon with a bright lime finish — perfect for autumn evenings with bold, warming flavor.
Course: CocktailCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
40
minutesCalories
300
kcalTotal time
1
hour10
minutesIngredients
2 oz hard cider
1 oz ginger ale
1 oz bourbon
1 slice lime
Directions
- Fill a tall glass with ice cubes to keep the drink chilled and refreshing throughout the time you’re enjoying it.
- Pour the hard cider into the glass over the ice cubes. Use a bar spoon to stir it gently and mix the flavors.
- Add the ginger ale slowly to ensure it doesn’t fizz over, then give it another gentle stir to combine the liquids.
- Carefully add the bourbon for a stout kick, ensuring even distribution with the use of a bar spoon.
- Garnish the cocktail with a slice of lime on the rim of the glass for added flavor and visual appeal.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 150kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
Thirsty Thursday is serving up something crisp, bold, and perfectly autumnal. The Grave Digger Cocktail combines the tart sweetness of hard cider with effervescent ginger ale and a generous pour of bourbon, finished with a squeeze of fresh lime. It’s a refreshing yet warming drink that bridges the gap between light and robust — ideal for cool evenings or Halloween gatherings.
