Ingredients:

  • 4 oz fresh apple cider
  • 2 oz spiced rum (or whiskey for a twist)
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1 oz simple syrup (or adjust for sweetness)
  • 2 apple slices (for garnish)
  • A pinch of ground cinnamon (for garnish)
  • Crushed ice (as needed)
  • Soda water (to top off)

Instructions:

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the fresh apple cider, spiced rum (or whiskey), fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until chilled.
  3. Using a fine mesh strainer, pour the mixture into serving glasses filled with crushed ice.
  4. Add a splash of soda water to each glass for a refreshing fizz.
  5. Top each cocktail with a slice of apple and a sprinkling of ground cinnamon.
  6. Enjoy immediately, and cheers to autumn!