Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktail
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A crowd-pleasing fall cocktail that batches apple cider with bourbon. Perfect for make-ahead entertaining.
- Author: Sarah Peterson
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 cups apple cider
- 1 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 4 cinnamon sticks, for garnish
- Apple slices, for garnish
- In a pitcher, combine apple cider, bourbon, maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir well.
- Chill for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- To serve, pour into glasses filled with ice.
- Garnish with cinnamon sticks and apple slices.
Notes
- For a hot version, gently heat the mixture in a saucepan over medium heat. Do not boil.
- This cocktail can be made up to 24 hours in advance.
- Substitute rum or tequila for bourbon for a different flavor profile.
- Consider this a great option for meal planning, especially for holiday gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg