A delicious Apple Whiskey Sour recipe that is a wonderful way to welcome fall. This smokey cocktail is made with simple ingredients and flavored with apple cider and a touch of lemon for a fun and festive cocktail.
We have experimented with whiskey drinks as my husband is a fan. I have to say that this cocktail is very tasty and worth a try.
Why This Recipe
This apple sour cocktail recipe is incredibly easy and is made with just a few ingredients. It can be made directly in a glass or with a cocktail shaker.
We took the basic ingredients of a Whisky Sour (whiskey, lemon, and simple syrup) and added some apple spice to it. The result is a smokey and refreshing fall cocktail with an apple flavor. A nice spiced whiskey drink to celebrate the season.
This whiskey sour recipe is sweetened with simple syrup and garnished with lemon and apple.
This refreshing autumn cocktail is wonderful for tailgating parties and football viewing parties. Or for sitting by the fire and watching the leaves fall.
Ingredients For Apple Whiskey Drink
This recipe only requires a few simple ingredients and it is definitely worth a toast.
Bourbon Whiskey – you will get a better taste with a higher quality bourbon.
Apple cider or apple juice – I prefer the cider, but juice works too.
simple syrup-
lemon – for the juice and as a garnish
ice cubes – You can also use a large ice cube mold like this one.
Equipment and Kitchen Tools Needed
- whiskey glasses
- cocktail stirrer
How to Make Mint Simple Syrup
Instructions
- Fill your glass a little over halfway with ice.
- Add bourbon.
- Add apple cider and simple syrup.
- Squeeze two lemon wedges over your glass. Give the drink a quick stir.
Nothing says fall like an easy Apple Whiskey Sour!
Pro Tips and Timesaver Shortcuts
- Prepare the simple syrup ahead of time for the best results. You can also buy bottled simple syrup.
- Garnish with fresh lemon wedges or slices, fresh apple slices, and cinnamon sticks, if desired.
- To make a Caramel Apple Whiskey Sour, use Crown Royal Salted Caramel Whiskey.
FAQ
What is a Whiskey Sour?
A Whiskey sour is typically made of whiskey, lemon, and simple syrup.
Cocktail Recipes
Apple Whiskey Sour
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz bourbon whiskey
- 2 oz. apple cider or apple juice
- 1 oz. simple syrup
- Juice of 2 lemon wedges
- Ice
- Fresh lemon slices or wedges apple slices, and cinnamon sticks for garnish
Instructions
- Fill your glass a little over halfway with ice. Add bourbon, apple cider, and simple syrup. Squeeze two lemon wedges over your glass. Give the drink a quick stir. Garnish with fresh lemon wedges or slices, fresh apple slices, and cinnamon sticks, if desired
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Tamara
Tuesday 28th of September 2021
Oh my. My dad would love this. Also, we always make fun cocktails for New Year's so I think apples will style be in season then. Oh, yes.