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Candy Apple Cider Cocktail Recipe

Candy Apple Cider Cocktail Recipe
The Candy Apple Cider Cocktail is a festive fall drink that tastes just like a caramel apple in a glass. With a mix of apple cider, sour apple liqueur, cranberry juice, and a splash of vodka, it’s sweet, crisp, and full of color—perfect for Halloween parties or cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 Cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or shot glass
  • Strainer
  • Highball or collins glass
  • Stirring spoon
  • Ice cubes
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Small plate (for rimming, optional)
  • Toothpick or skewer (for garnish)

Ingredients

  • 2 oz apple cider
  • 1 oz vodka plain or apple-flavored
  • 1 oz sour apple liqueur or apple pucker
  • 1 oz cranberry juice
  • ½ oz grenadine
  • ½ oz fresh lemon juice
  • Ice cubes
  • Apple slice maraschino cherry, or mini candy apple (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Fill your cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
  • Add apple cider, vodka, sour apple liqueur, cranberry juice, grenadine, and lemon juice.
  • Shake well for 10–15 seconds until chilled.
  • (Optional) Rim your glass with lemon juice, then dip into sugar.
  • Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with fresh ice.
  • Garnish with an apple slice, maraschino cherry, or mini candy apple.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!