Most of my recipes here are inspired by my travels. But since I’ve been off the road for a bit and have been spending most weekends being cozy at home getting ready for the holidays, I thought I’d share a recipe that’s inspired by the season!
During the Halloween weekend, I hosted a small get together with some close friends. It was very casual, but I still wanted to make it festive and fun, so I decided to whip up a yummy fall cocktail! After doing a quick search online, I was inspired by this recipe for apple cider old fashioneds. It was easy, sounded delicious and combined all the best of the fall season. After adding a few of my own touches, I think I ended up with the perfect fall cocktail!
If you’re hosting friends or family this season, I highly recommend adding this festive cocktail to your menu! Below is my recipe for an apple cider old fashioned! Enjoy!
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
*Note: This recipe yields 1 cocktail
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- Juice from 1/2 an orange
- 2 oz of your favorite whiskey (I used Jim Beam)
- Angostura bitters
- Cinnamon sticks & apple slices for garnish
- Rocks glass
- Large rocks ice cube
*Tip: If you’re serving this for a group, simply juice 2 oranges in a pitcher and fill to the top with apple cider ahead of time.
DIRECTIONS
- Pour the fresh squeezed orange juice into your rocks glass over ice
- Add the 2oz of whiskey
- Top with apple cider
- Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick & apple slice then serve!
You can’t go wrong with this festive fall cocktail. It’s sure to be a hit all season! Cheers!
A friendly reminder to please always drink responsibly!
Do you have a favorite fall cocktail? Share it in the comments below!
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