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Washington Apple Cocktail

The Washington Apple Cocktail blends tart apples, smooth whiskey, and cranberry juice for a refreshing fall-inspired drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 oz whiskey bourbon or rye
  • 1 oz sour apple schnapps
  • 1 oz cranberry juice
  • 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
  • Ice cubes
  • Apple slice for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Measuring jigger
  • Strainer
  • Martini or rocks glass
  • Cocktail stirrer

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients on the counter.
  2. Add ice cubes to a cocktail shaker.
  3. Measure 1.5 oz whiskey with a jigger and pour into the shaker.
  4. Measure 1 oz sour apple schnapps and add to the shaker.
  5. Measure 1 oz cranberry juice and add to the shaker.
  6. Measure 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice and add to the shaker.
  7. Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
  8. Strain the mixture into a glass over fresh ice and garnish with an apple slice.

Notes

For a sweeter cocktail, adjust the amount of cranberry juice to taste.