While I love pumpkin flavor, apple is definitely my favorite this time of year! And how glam is this stunning apple cider martini?
I'm a big fan of vodka martinis because they are so easy to customize with seasonal flavors. This easy recipe is filled with apple flavor, warm spices, and nutty Amaretto in a fun fall martini.
It's a perfect fall cocktail for happy hour or your fall party. This delicious drink is also something a little different to enjoy during the holiday season. Make a big batch for your next occasion.
If you're looking for more fall cocktails, check out my pumpkin espresso martini or this spiced apple cider cocktail.
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Ingredient Notes
This Fall drink uses simple ingredients that should be available in any grocery store.
- Fresh Apple Cider - If you're making this during apple season, I recommend using fresh cider. I usually pick up local cider at the nearby apple orchard. Otherwise, if your can't find cider year round, you can use some commercial apple juice instead.
- Vodka - I used Grey Goose vodka in this cocktail, but any unflavored vodka would work fine. For an extra flavor kick, you could also use caramel vodka for a caramel apple martini.
- Amaretto liqueur - This liqueur adds a delightful nutty and caramel flavor to the drink. It pairs perfectly with the apple flavors.
- Lemon Juice - Just a little fresh lemon juice to offset all of the sweet flavors.
- Simple Syrup - I used my homemade simple syrup for this recipe. If you prefer store bought that's fine too. As an alternative, you could also sweeten this drink with maple syrup for a richer flavor.
- Ground Cinnamon - Apple and cinnamon are basically besties! If you prefer you could substitute apple pie spice instead for even more warm spice flavor.
See recipe card for ingredient list with quantities
How to Make an Apple Cider Martini
This apple cider martini recipe couldn't be easier to make! Simply add all of the ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until cold and pour into a chilled serving glass.
Garnish Suggestions
- Fresh apple slices
- Add a cinnamon sugar rim or a caramel rim.
- Dehydrated apple slices
- A cinnamon stick or a star anise
Glassware for Serving this Cocktail
This cocktail should be served in martini glasses. Chilling the glass beforehand will help to keep the cocktail cold, since it is not served with ice.
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Recipe
Apple Cider Martini
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Apple Cider
- 2 ounces Vodka
- 1 ounce Amaretto Liqueur
- 1 ounce Simple Syrup
- ½ ounce Lemon Juice
- ½ teaspoon Cinnamon
- Ice Cubes
- Apple Slices for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the apple cider, vodka, amaretto, simple syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon and ice cubes in a cocktail shaker.2 ounces Apple Cider, 2 ounces Vodka, 1 ounce Amaretto Liqueur, 1 ounce Simple Syrup, ½ ounce Lemon Juice, ½ teaspoon Cinnamon, Ice Cubes
- Shake for 30 seconds or until chilled.
- Pour the martini into two chilled martini glasses.
- Garnish with fresh apple slices and enjoy!Apple Slices
Notes
- Replace plain vodka with caramel vodka
- Use maple syrup for sweetener instead of simple syrup
- Replace the ground cinnamon with apple pie spice
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