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Ingredients
- 2 parts Apple Cider, refrigerated
- 2 parts Ginger Ale, refrigerated - I recommend a good Ginger Ale...one that really has an evident taste of ginger. I used Boylan Ginger Ale for this cocktail.
- 1 part Bourbon
Preparation
Step 1
It’s been almost three years since I started doing a cocktail each and every Friday and I’ve been pretty determined to keep on task. I’ve had nights when it was midnight before a post was completed and/or got myself up at the crack of dawn to do the same but today? Busted. Blame it on my car. Apparently the time I spent not driving it after breaking my leg 4 years ago contributed to a new batteries shelf life and it died yesterday as I was trying to go to an appointment. Several hours later after a couple of jumps and a wait to get it replaced I was on my way to my appointed rounds; just two hours delayed. So while I could have made the cocktail I had planned for today with apples and hard cider I decided to hold off; taking photos when you’re tired and grumpy does not always produce the best results! So I’m bringing back this oldie but goodie. By far my favorite cocktail this time of year. And the story is still the same…just now starting to feel the advent of fall while holding on to dear life with summer. This is a good one folks; if you missed it years ago, hope you enjoy it today!
I’ve been wanting to post a fall-centric cocktail with apple cider and bourbon since we officially entered the fall season but I’ve been hampered by the fact that until recently Colorado has been hanging on to summer temperatures. Finally I can feel a change. No need for air conditioning or ceiling fans and not cold enough for the heat to come on but when thick, plush socks are perfect and the Broncos are playing again? Now that’s my idea of fall!
I thought it would be fun to make my own apple cider but when my neighbors brought me a gallon of apple cider last weekend after stopping at
Though I profess to using bourbon more for baking than drinking; it was the perfect addition to this cocktail. I knew that I wanted to use bourbon and apple cider; it was spying the ginger ale from Cost Plus in my pantry that seemed the perfect last component. Seven-Up would have been too sweet; club soda maybe too bland but the ginger ale is just right; next time might even try some ginger beer. It added a nice spicy touch that was both perfect and something I had on hand…always a big consideration for me!
Combine the cider and bourbon and refrigerate for at least one hour.
Before serving, add ginger ale to bourbon and cider and serve over crushed ice. (That's one of my favorite ices from Sonic Drive-In)
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We will have a neighbours barbecue party next weekend and this seems like a perfect drink to serve, cheap but also very strong enough to make you want to party hard! I was wondering how long ahead can I make this drink because I need to plan ahead and the party in 7 days.
You can combine the bourbon and cider a couple of days ahead of time but you’ll have to wait until you serve it to include the ginger ale or it will lose the fizz!
I made this for an event night, as a special cocktail, only I used Martinelli’s sparkling cider. Mixed it all together in the parts you have in the recipe, in a shaker with some ice, and then poured it over ice with a lemon twist. Went over big!
This looks so good! Perfect for sipping in front of a crackling fire. Now I just need a fireplace ;)
I have a fireplace; guess it means hopping on a plane. I have the rooms too. BB could have a B&B if she wanted to!
Not sure what your criteria is for Happy Hour Friday, but I’ve added a Washington Apple Martini from last year. I write an occasional Thirsty Thursday post. Your apple cider and bourbon cocktail looks delicious!
My criteria is pretty simple…I don’t care what the date is so much as that it’s a season addition to the list…so your addition is perfect. Certainly visit after any of your Thirty Thursday and add it…cocktail or appetizer!
This looks amazing. Would you consider posting the recipe at Everything2.com? We’re running a quest for autumn-themed write-ups right now and your cocktail would be a wonderful addition!
I really hope I can find a bottle of Makers Mark tomorrow!
Thanks Mona…I squirrel the Maker’s Mark away for real drinks like this. I love how smooth it is and can not deny, I love their bottle too.
Glad you could join me Shulie…and don’t forget you can add an appetizer too. We need something to eat with our cocktails!
Would be perfect! You know…apple cider is not all that hard to make…you should try it and then of course call it ‘French Apple Cider’ and we would all presume it has some magical quality to it like we do all things French.
Mmm, love the addition of ginger ale. I also love hot cider with Captain Morgan this time of year.
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