Apple Cider Martini
Celebrate autumn with this delightful Apple Cider Martini, combining the warmth of apple cider and caramel vodka with a zesty twist of lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz apple cider
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 0.5 oz caramel vodka
- 0.5 oz lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 oz simple syrup (adjust based on sweetness preference)
- Cinnamon sugar for rimming the glass
- Apple slices or cinnamon stick for garnish
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the Martini Glass: Rim the edge of the glass with a lemon wedge and then dip it into cinnamon sugar to create a sweet, spiced edge. Set the glass aside to let it dry a little.
- Combine the Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the apple cider, vodka, caramel vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Adjust the simple syrup based on your sweetness preference.
- Fill and Shake: Fill the shaker with ice cubes, then secure the lid tightly. Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to ensure all ingredients are well combined and chilled.
- Strain Into the Glass: Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass, being careful not to disturb the cinnamon sugar rim.
- Garnish with Flair: Garnish the drink with thin apple slices or a cinnamon stick for an attractive presentation. Voilà ! Your Apple Cider Martini is ready to be enjoyed.
Notes
Adjust the sweetness to your liking by modifying the amount of simple syrup. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute spirits with sparkling water or apple juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg