Spiced Apple Bourbon Fizz

Intro

If autumn were a cocktail, this would be it. The Spiced Apple Bourbon Fizz mixes cosy apple cider, warm spices, and a splash of fizz for a drink that feels like wrapping yourself in a soft blanket by the fire. It’s simple, seasonal, and dangerously sippable.

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Ingredients

• 2 oz bourbon
• 3 oz spiced apple cider
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup or maple syrup
• Ginger beer or soda water, to top
• Ice cubes
• Apple slice, cinnamon stick, or star anise, for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add the bourbon, spiced apple cider, lemon juice, and syrup.
3. Shake until chilled and fragrant.
4. Strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice.
5. Top with ginger beer (sweeter) or soda water (lighter).
6. Garnish with an apple slice, cinnamon stick, or star anise for that “autumn aesthetic.”

Tips / Variations

• Swap bourbon for spiced rum for a sweeter profile.
• Use sparkling apple juice instead of ginger beer for extra fizz.
• Add a tiny pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg for more warmth.
• Want it stronger? Skip the soda water.

Serving Ideas

Serve this at autumn brunches, cosy movie nights, or any time you want a drink that tastes like October. It also pairs beautifully with charcuterie boards, apple crisps, or savoury snacks.

Storage

This cocktail doesn’t store well once mixed, but you can premix the base: bourbon + cider + lemon + syrup. Refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add the fizz only when serving