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Poison Apple Cider Cocktail Recipe

Poison Apple Cider Cocktail Recipe
The Poison Apple Cider Cocktail is the ultimate Halloween drink: crisp apple cider, caramel and green apple vodkas, a splash of pomegranate, and a shimmering luster dust finish. Spooky, sweet, and seriously fun to sip.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 Cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring tools
  • Martini glass (chilled)
  • Strainer
  • Bar spoon
  • Plate for sugar rim (optional)
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring spoons (for luster dust)
  • Ice cubes

Ingredients

  • 2 oz green apple vodka
  • 1 oz caramel vodka
  • 2 oz apple cider
  • 1 tbsp pomegranate juice
  • ½ oz fresh lemon juice
  • ½ oz grenadine
  • ¼ tsp edible gold or green luster dust
  • Ice cubes
  • Apple slices for garnish
  • Optional: ground cinnamon and sugar for rimming glass
  • Optional: extra cider or lemon juice to adjust flavor

Instructions

  • Combine green apple vodka, caramel vodka, apple cider, pomegranate juice, lemon juice, grenadine, and luster dust in a cocktail shaker.
  • Add ice to fill the shaker halfway, then shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds.
  • If desired, rim your glass by rubbing a lemon wedge along the edge and dipping it into a mix of ground cinnamon and sugar.
  • Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.
  • Garnish with a thin apple slice or float it on top. Serve immediately.