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Cocktail

Maple Apple Bourbon Sour

Bright apple, mellow bourbon and a touch of maple make this an autumn cocktail with just enough sophistication.

Maple Apple Bourbon Sour

You’ll Need

Makes 1 cocktail

  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 1 oz fresh apple cider
  • ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
  • ½ oz pure maple syrup
  • Ice
  • Apple slice and thyme sprig, for garnish

The Method

  1. Build the cocktail. Add bourbon, apple cider, lemon juice and maple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake. Shake vigorously for about 10–15 seconds.
  3. Strain. Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
  4. Garnish. Add a thin apple slice and a small sprig of thyme.

Note

The bourbon brings warmth, the apple cider keeps it unmistakably seasonal, and lemon prevents the maple from becoming too sweet. It’s the perfect drink to serve alongside the roast chicken—or slowly sip while the apple crumble is still warm.