THE FROZEN RIVER: Ariel Lawhon’s Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail

Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail

“Taverns played a significant role in early American life. Taverns, were hubs for socializing and business, including legal proceedings, as seen in the novel. Because drinking water was often unsafe, alcohol such as whiskey, rum, and cider was commonly consumed. To complement a book club discussion, I suggest this Apple Cider Bourbon cocktail as a nod to these spirits.”
-Ariel Lawhon

 

Also see our Costco Connection book club feature and Ariel’s book club menu 

Servings

1 servings

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

45 mins

Print Recipe

THE FROZEN RIVER: Ariel Lawhon’s Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail

Note: For a mocktail, replace bourbon with apple cider.  
 
Adapted from theschmidtywife.com

  • FOR THE SIMPLE SYRUP
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • FOR THE COCKTAIL
  • 2 oz apple cider
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • Ginger ale, for topping
  • Apple slices, for garnish
  • Cinnamon stick, for garnish
  1. Prepare the simple syrup: Combine water, sugar and 2 cinnamon sticks in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and cool. Pour into an airtight container and chill.  
  2. Add apple cider, bourbon, lemon juice and 1 Tbsp simple syrup to a rocks glass; stir well. (Keep remaining simple syrup refrigerated to use in other cocktails.) Add ice cubes.
  3. Top with ginger ale then garnish with apple slices and a cinnamon stick.  

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