A few days ago I was in the mood for a drink and feeling festive (funny how those two feelings often go together), so put together a little cocktail. I developed this from items we had in the house, but it was good enough that I’ll buy more cider specifically for this. A bit spicy, and filled with wonderful flavors. Enjoy!
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Ginger and Apple Bourbon Cocktail
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Description
Bowen Close invites us to try this wonderful ginger and apple bourbon cocktail.
Ingredients
- 2 oz. (60 ml) apple cider/apple juice
- 1 oz. (30 ml) bourbon
- 1/2 to 1 oz. (15-30 ml) ginger syrup
- Squeeze of a half lemon
- Ice
Instructions
- Mix together all ingredients in a cocktail glass, and stir to combine.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 1 min
- Category: Cocktails
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 160
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is ginger syrup, and how do I make or buy it?
Ginger syrup is a simple syrup infused with fresh ginger, giving the cocktail its spicy heat. The recipe calls for 1/2 to 1 oz depending on how strong you like the ginger note. It can be bought at most grocery stores and cocktail supply shops, or made at home by simmering equal parts sugar and water with sliced fresh ginger for about 15 minutes then straining.
Can I use apple juice instead of fresh apple cider?
The recipe lists “apple cider/apple juice” as interchangeable options. The article notes the author developed this cocktail from what was in the house but liked it enough to specifically buy more cider — fresh unfiltered cider will give a richer, more complex flavor than clarified juice. 
