Apple Cider Whiskey Sour Recipe
For a fall cocktail that's full of harvest flavor, shake up this apple cider whiskey sour! A fresh apple spice simple syrup adds an extra note of seasonal spice, and that velvety, frothy topping instantly elevates your evening festivities.
How to Make the Best Apple Cider Whiskey Sour
This apple cider whiskey sour is the ultimate fall cocktail, bursting with seasonal flavors that celebrate harvest time in every sip. The combination of whiskey and apple cider creates a sophisticated and warming drink, while the house-made apple spice simple syrup—infused with cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom—elevates it to restaurant-quality cocktail status.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
What makes this cocktail truly special is the velvety, frothy texture from the shaken egg white. It’s not just a flavor component; it’s an experience. The silky mouthfeel contrasts beautifully with the crisp, spiced notes of the apple and the warmth of the whiskey. This is the kind of drink that makes you want to settle in by the fireplace with a good book and embrace the cooler months.
Tips for Success
The key to a perfect whiskey sour is vigorous shaking. Don’t hold back when shaking—the egg white needs to be thoroughly incorporated and aerated to create that signature foam top. And remember, making the apple spice simple syrup ahead of time is a game-changer; you can batch a larger quantity and enjoy these cocktails all season long. Shake, strain, garnish, and sip!
Apple Cider Whiskey Sour
For a fall cocktail that's full of harvest flavor, shake up this apple cider whiskey sour! A fresh apple spice simple syrup adds an extra note of seasonal spice, and that velvety, frothy topping instantly elevates your evening festivities.
Ingredients
Apple Spice Simple Syrup
Apple Cider Whiskey Sour
Instructions
Apple Spice Simple Syrup
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, sliced apples, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and ground cardamom.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring until combined.
- Bring to a slow boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Transfer to a heat-proof storage container. Shake well before each use.
Apple Cider Whiskey Sour
- In a cocktail shaker, combine apple cider, whiskey, egg white, lemon juice, apple spice simple syrup, and orange bitters.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until the egg white is foamy.
- Strain into a coupe glass or cocktail glass.
- Garnish with an apple slice if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- The apple spice simple syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute whiskey with apple cider or sparkling apple juice.
- If you prefer your cocktail less sweet, reduce the simple syrup to 0.25 ounces.