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Spiced Apple Cider Martini Recipe

Make the most of the fall and enjoy the season's best flavors with this spiced apple cider martini in hand! Prepared with vodka, ginger liqueur, freshly squeezed lemon juice and real maple syrup, this apple cider cocktail is sure to put you and your guests in a fun and festive mood.

4.8 from 134 votes
5 mins
Total Time
1
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Spiced Apple Cider Martini

How to Make the Best Spiced Apple Cider Martini

This spiced apple cider martini is the ultimate fall cocktail, capturing all the warm, festive flavors of the season in one elegant glass. With a perfect balance of vodka, ginger liqueur, and real maple syrup, combined with fresh apple cider and a squeeze of lemon, this drink is sophisticated enough for entertaining yet simple enough to whip up in minutes.

The optional caramel and brown sugar rim adds a delightful sweet crunch and visual appeal, making it perfect for seasonal gatherings and holiday parties. Whether you’re enjoying it at a dinner party or creating a pitcher for easy entertaining, this spiced apple cider martini brings the cozy comfort of autumn to any occasion.

Best served chilled with a thin apple slice garnish, this cocktail is sure to become a favorite when the weather turns crisp and leaves begin to fall.

Spiced Apple Cider Martini

Spiced Apple Cider Martini

Make the most of the fall and enjoy the season's best flavors with this spiced apple cider martini in hand! Prepared with vodka, ginger liqueur, freshly squeezed lemon juice and real maple syrup, this apple cider cocktail is sure to put you and your guests in a fun and festive mood.

4.8 from 134 votes
CourseBeverage
CuisineAmerican
Keywordapple cider martini, apple martini, cider martini, fall cocktails
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time mins
Total Time5 mins
Servings1 drink
Calories295kcal
AuthorRare Ivy
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Ingredients

For the Rim (Optional)

For the Cocktail

For Garnish (Optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Rim

  1. Pour caramel sauce on one shallow plate and stir together brown sugar and ground cinnamon on another shallow plate.
  2. Dip the rim of a martini glass into the caramel sauce and then swirl it in the brown sugar mixture.
  3. Place the glass rim-side down on parchment paper in the freezer for 30 minutes to chill and prevent the caramel from dripping.

Make the Cocktail

  1. Add spiced apple cider, vodka, ginger liqueur, maple syrup, lemon juice, orange bitters, and a handful of ice to a cocktail shaker.
  2. Secure the top and shake vigorously for 15-30 seconds.
  3. Strain into the chilled martini glass.
  4. Garnish with an apple slice if desired and enjoy!

Notes

  • This recipe includes a batching option for easy entertaining—multiply the ingredients and prepare larger quantities in advance.
  • The caramel rim can be made ahead of time for quick assembly.
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