My friend Christine shared this easy spiced apple cider martini that’s great if you’re in a pinch to come up with a quick festive drink for guests. You only need a few ingredients. You can use you any spiced apple cider. I happened to have some from Trader Joe’s so that’s what I used. Trader Joe’s also sells a pear cinnamon cider which would be good too. Mix the cider with a shot or two of vodka in a cocktail shaker, rim the glass with cinnamon sugar, add a cinnamon stick and you’re good to go. You could also add a slice of apple for garnish. Depending on the size of your cocktail shaker and glasses this will make one or two drinks. For a non-alcohol version just leave out the vodka and the kids can join you in a Thanksgiving toast. I’ve seen several recipes that use Captain Morgan’s Spice Rum which is another option. It’s not something I typically have on hand so this recipe works better for me.
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- Spiced apple cider
- vodka
- cinnamon sugar (mix roughly 2 tbsp white sugar to 1 tbsp cinnamon)
- cinnamon sticks
- optional: apple for garnish
- In a cocktail shaker combine ice, spiced apple cider and a shot or two of vodka.
- Wet the rim of a martini glass with a damp paper towel.
- Place cinnamon sugar on a plate.
- Place rim of glass in cinnamon sugar until lightly coated.
- Pour cider into glass and add a cinnamon stick.
Christine’s dining room table centerpiece
I’m thankful for those of you that visit and read my blog. I appreciate each and every comment and share on social media and that you take the time to connect with me. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving. I’ll be taking a break until next week to spend time with family, but I have several things scheduled to share on Facebook and twitter.
Cheers!
Dawn
YUM! That sounds like the perfect holiday cocktail! :)-Ashley
Cheers Ashley! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving, Dawn! Thank you for always sharing something fun and interesting! I’ve learned a lot of new things from your blog and look forward to seeing what is next!
Love the cocktail! I have spiced rum…so I may try it both ways! Happy Thanksgiving!
Thanks Angela. You are one of my biggest cheerleaders and I’m grateful for every comment you leave and times that you’ve shared my blog posts. Most of all, I’m grateful for your friendship! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family!
Thank you Dawn for sharing! We wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy!
Thanks for the inspiration Christine! Happy Thanksgiving!
Oh! This looks yummie, i wouldnt mind trying this out. Thanks for the inspiration Dawn!
Thanks Ulyth! I hope you have a great holiday season.