Apple Cider Old Fashioned

Bourbon
Prep time: 10 mins
Author: The Bar Team
A glass of amber-colored whiskey with a large ice cube, garnished with a cinnamon stick, sits on a gray surface.

As the days grow shorter and the crisp chill of autumn sets in, there's nothing quite like cozying up with a delicious cocktail that captures the essence of sweater weather. This fall-inspired cocktail is the perfect way to welcome the changing leaves and embrace the soothing flavors of the season. So, grab your favorite sweater, find a comfortable spot by the fireplace, and let's craft a cocktail that embodies the spirit of autumn in a glass.

What you’ll need:

Ingredients:

Serves:
1
  • Bulleit Bourbon
    1.5oz
  • Maple Syrup
    0.25oz
  • Apple Cider
    (non-alcoholic)
    0.25oz
  • Chocolate Bitters
  • Cinnamon Stick Garnish

Method

  1. Step 1

    Add maple syrup and apple cider to a mixing glass or cocktail shaker.

  2. Step 2

    Add 3 dashes of chocolate bitters.

  3. Step 3

    Stir until combined.

  4. Step 4

    Add bourbon and ice, stir for 30 seconds and strain into a rocks glass with one large ice cube.

  5. Step 5

    Garnish with a cinnamon stick.

A traditional whiskey old fashioned is perfect for sweater weather, but check out our new and improved old fashioned recipe with Bulleit Bourbon, apple cider and chocolate bitters, and impress your guests this holiday season.

A glass of amber-colored cocktail with ice is garnished with a cinnamon stick, placed on a gray surface beside a spoon and extra cinnamon sticks.

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