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Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail

September 16, 2021 · Desserts & Drinks · 30 Comments

Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail in two vintage glasses with cinnamon.
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Looking for a unique cocktail that’s made to impress? This Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail is full of fall flavors! With only 5 simple ingredients, making this autumn-inspired drink is the perfect way to celebrate the season.

Autumn is here, and there’s no better way to celebrate the cooler weather than with a fall-inspired drink. This Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail is full of autumn flavors and so easy to make!

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Angled shot of Bourbon cocktail with apple cider and cinnamon.

Ingredients/Substitutions

Apple Cider – Apple juice works great too, but apple cider is best for that rich flavor in this cocktail recipe!

Bourbon – The core ingredient in this cocktail is bourbon whiskey!

Lemon Juice – A squeeze of fresh lemon juice helps balance the flavors in this cocktail recipe.

Ginger Beer – If you don’t have ginger beer, then club soda with simple syrup (or cinnamon simple syrup, if you want to take that fall flavor up a notch) is a great substitution.

Bitters – A dash of angostura bitters really brings this bourbon cocktail together! Another option is to use orange bitters instead.

Top shot of Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail.

How to Make an Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail

Making a bourbon cocktail with apple cider is incredibly easy. Simply:

  1. Combine apple cider, bourbon, and lemon juice together in a cocktail shaker.
  2. Pour into a glass filled with ice and add ginger beer.
  3. Add bitters, then garnish and enjoy!

Make it Non-Alcoholic

Want to make this cocktail recipe non-alcoholic? Use a non-alcoholic bourbon! Here are a few options:

  • The Spirit of Bourbon
  • Ritual Zero Proof Whiskey Alternative
  • Lyre’s Manhattan Non-Alcoholic Bourbon

Tips for the Garnish

Freshly sliced apples and cinnamon sticks make for a beautiful and aromatic garnish in this cocktail recipe. Other garnish options include orange slices, anise star (whole), and fresh rosemary or thyme!

Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail in glasses with cinnamon and apple slices.

How to Make Bourbon Cocktail Punch

Want to make a big batch of this bourbon cocktail recipe? Turn it into a punch! To make several servings of this cocktail, simply:

  1. Combine apple cider, bourbon, and lemon juice together in a large mason jar.
  2. Add fresh apple slices and cinnamon sticks.
  3. When ready to serve, pour into glasses filled with ice and add ginger beer.
  4. Add a few dashes of bitters to each glass and top with garnish!
Across shot of Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail on a wooden board.

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Across shot of Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail on a wooden board.

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Looking for a unique cocktail that's made to impress? This Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail is full of fall flavors! With only 5 simple ingredients, making this autumn-inspired drink is the perfect way to celebrate the season.
5 from 22 votes
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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Course Drink
Cuisine American
Servings 1 Drink
Calories 185 kcal

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces apple cider
  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 1 ounce lemon juice
  • 2 ounces ginger beer
  • 1 dash angostura bitters

Instructions
 

  • Combine the apple cider, bourbon, and lemon juice with ice in a cocktail shaker.
  • Shake, then pour into a glass filled with ice.
  • Pour the ginger beer into the glass.
  • Add a dash (or two) of angostura bitters.
  • Garnish with apple slices and cinnamon sticks (optional).
  • Enjoy!

Notes

  • Freshly sliced apples and cinnamon sticks make for a beautiful and aromatic garnish in this cocktail recipe. Other garnish options include orange slices, anise star (whole), and fresh rosemary or thyme!
Keyword Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail

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Comments

  1. Kayla says

    September 20, 2021 at 7:12 am

    5 stars
    This apple cider bourbon cocktail tastes just like Fall! It has all those delicious flavors! I will be drinking this all season long!

    Reply
  2. Anna says

    September 20, 2021 at 7:12 am

    5 stars
    This is giving me all the cosy vibes! Looks delicious, will be trying it soon!

    Reply
  3. Andréa Janssen says

    September 20, 2021 at 8:05 am

    5 stars
    This sounds so delicious on a cold winter evening!

    Reply
  4. Liz says

    September 20, 2021 at 8:18 am

    5 stars
    Everything about this fits the bill. So good!

    Reply
  5. Debra says

    September 20, 2021 at 8:44 am

    5 stars
    This was super tasty! Worth the splurge for the bitters.

    Reply
  6. Emily Flint says

    September 20, 2021 at 9:15 am

    5 stars
    The ginger beer was a great addition to this cocktail!

    Reply
  7. Gloria says

    September 20, 2021 at 9:38 am

    5 stars
    Well isn’t this a fine fall cocktail? Perfect for a nice crisp day sitting on the patio.

    Reply
  8. Sabrina says

    September 20, 2021 at 9:54 am

    5 stars
    Oh yeah! Finally an apple cider recipe my husband likes too! Thanks

    Reply
  9. Rob says

    September 20, 2021 at 10:02 am

    5 stars
    This sounds perfect!

    Reply
  10. Lauren Michael Harris says

    September 20, 2021 at 7:33 pm

    5 stars
    Ok this is what I want to be drinking in front of the fireplace all season long! Amazing! I’m going to be keeping the ingredients on hand at all times now!

    Reply
  11. Chef Dennis says

    September 20, 2021 at 10:19 pm

    5 stars
    This Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail looks super tasty! You can really taste a piece of Fall in just one sip.

    Reply
  12. Rosemary says

    September 21, 2021 at 8:47 am

    5 stars
    I just recently got some angostura bitters a for Pisco sour recipe and was just wondering what else I could make with it. This is the perfect seasonal recipe with exactly what I have in my cocktail bar. Perfect timing!!

    Reply
  13. Luca says

    September 21, 2021 at 10:13 am

    5 stars
    This was so refreshing; I made for the last Friday night and all my friends enjoyed it!

    Reply
  14. Toni says

    September 21, 2021 at 12:05 pm

    5 stars
    Such a perfect cocktail! My husband really liked it!

    Reply
  15. Heidy says

    September 22, 2021 at 9:09 am

    5 stars
    I found your recipe looking through your blog and decided it looked terrific. You have so many great-looking recipes on here! I had to try it out this one! Excellent instructions and tips that were easy to follow The recipe turned out fantastic. I will be saving this Apple Cider Bourbon recipe to make again soon.

    Reply
  16. Lindsey Harrison says

    September 22, 2021 at 7:56 pm

    This sounds delicious and only involves a few ingredients, which I appreciate 🙂

    Reply
  17. Harmony, Momma To Go says

    September 23, 2021 at 5:02 am

    5 stars
    This looks so easy and delicious. I love a bourbon drink, and something apple-y/cinnamon-y in the fall!

    Reply
  18. Amber says

    September 23, 2021 at 7:31 am

    5 stars
    Delicious, simple, beautiful and festive!!

    Reply
  19. Colleen says

    September 24, 2021 at 12:00 pm

    5 stars
    We made these cocktails last weekend when friends came over and they were a huge hit. Cheers!

    Reply
  20. Veronika Sykorova says

    September 25, 2021 at 8:50 pm

    Apple Cider and bourbon are such a great combo, it’s perfect for the fall!

    Reply
  21. rachel says

    September 25, 2021 at 9:09 pm

    HOLY SMOKES. This sounds epic! Can’t wait to make it.

    Reply
  22. Amy Nash says

    September 26, 2021 at 8:46 am

    5 stars
    Apple cider is the best of all the fall flavors! Your styling is on point and so pretty!

    Reply
  23. Ramona says

    September 26, 2021 at 12:42 pm

    5 stars
    This is the perfect cocktail for fall and I can’t wait to give this a go then! Thank you for sharing this recipe I cant wait to try it out!

    Reply
  24. Marisa Franca says

    September 26, 2021 at 12:50 pm

    5 stars
    This cocktail recipe is the best one I’ve ever had that was Fall inspired. We had an apple themed party Friday night and these cocktails were a huge hit. I’ll be making them often. Hubby and friends insist!!

    Reply
  25. Stine Mari says

    December 18, 2021 at 4:01 am

    5 stars
    I am in love with this combination! So easy to make and the little fizz from the ginger beer, just perfect.

    Reply

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