Cozy Sparkling Apple Pie Cocktail Recipe for Fall
A fizzy and refreshing cocktail that captures the essence of fall with warm spices, crisp apple cider, and sparkling wine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Drink
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 shot (1.5 oz) spiced rum
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg
- 1/2 cup sparkling wine
- Ice cubes
- Optional garnish: cinnamon sticks, apple slices, or cinnamon-sugar rim
Instructions
- Prepare the cinnamon-sugar rim by mixing 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon on a small plate. Wet the rim of your cocktail glass with a slice of lemon and dip it into the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Set aside.
- In a cocktail shaker or mason jar, combine apple cider, spiced rum, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake well for 15-20 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients thoroughly.
- Strain the mixture into your prepared cocktail glass, leaving room for the sparkling wine.
- Top off the cocktail with sparkling wine, pouring gently to maintain the fizz.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a thin apple slice for a festive touch. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
[‘Mix the apple cider, rum, and spices in advance for parties and refrigerate. Add sparkling wine and ice just before serving.’, ‘Pour sparkling wine gently to maintain the fizz.’, ‘For a stronger spice flavor, increase the cinnamon and nutmeg slightly.’, ‘For a sweeter drink, add a splash of maple syrup or honey.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail glass
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 15
Keywords: fall cocktail, apple pie cocktail, sparkling apple cider, autumn drink, Thanksgiving cocktail