Apple Butter Old Fashioned Cocktail
The Apple Butter Old Fashioned Cocktail is a cozy fall drink made with bourbon, apple butter, apple cider, and bitters, creating a smooth, spiced, and slightly sweet flavor perfect for autumn nights.
Equipment
- Cocktail mixing glass or regular glass
- Bar spoon or regular spoon
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Strainer (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons apple butter
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters or orange bitters
- ¼ cup apple cider
- 2 ounces good quality bourbon
- 1½ ounces club soda
- Coarse sugar optional, for rim
- Apple slices and cinnamon stick optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the glass: If you want a sugared rim, rub a lemon wedge around the rim of your glass and dip it into coarse sugar.
- Mix the cocktail: In your mixing glass (or straight in the serving glass), add apple butter, bitters, and apple cider. Stir until smooth.
- Add bourbon: Pour in the bourbon and stir again to combine.
- Top with soda: Add club soda for a little fizz.
- Garnish & serve: Add apple slices and a cinnamon stick for garnish. Serve immediately.
Notes
This Apple Butter Old Fashioned is meant to be sipped slowly, letting the flavors mingle. It’s not just a drink—it’s an autumn experience.