Cocktails with apple – 5 irresistible recipes for special moments

Fruity recipes with delicious apples

Do you love the fruity aroma of apples and want to add a special touch to your cocktails? Then these apple cocktails are just right for you! Apples not only give drinks a fresh, slightly sweet note, but also bring wonderful versatility to the cocktail glass. Discover our five apple cocktail recipes now – ideal for special moments and convivial evenings.

Interesting facts about apples in cocktails

Apples have long found their place in mixology and go well with a variety of spirits such as gin, vodka, and whiskey. With their subtle acidity and sweet notes, apples can be perfectly integrated into both classic and creative cocktails. Apples are also full of valuable nutrients and antioxidants—a fruity treat with added value!

Recipe 1: Apple mojito

Ingredients

• 50 ml apple juice
• 30 ml white rum
• 15 ml lime juice
• 2 tsp cane sugar
• Fresh mint
• Ice
• Optional: sparkling water
• Apple slice for garnish

Preparation

1. Place the mint leaves in a cocktail glass and crush lightly to release the flavors.
2. Add the cane sugar and lime juice and muddle well.
3. Add the apple juice and rum, mix well with a bar spoon, and fill the glass with ice cubes.
4. Top up with sparkling water as desired and garnish with an apple slice and fresh mint.

Recipe 2: Apple gin spritz

Ingredients

• 50 ml gin
• 20 ml apple juice
• 100 ml prosecco
• 1 tsp elderflower syrup
• Ice cubes
• Apple slice and sprig of rosemary for garnish

Preparation

1. Mix the apple juice, gin, and elderflower syrup in a cocktail glass.
2. Fill the glass with ice cubes and top up with Prosecco.
3. Garnish with an apple slice and a sprig of rosemary.

Recipe 3: Whisky with apple and cinnamon

Ingredients

• 50 ml whisky
• 20 ml apple juice
• 1 tsp cinnamon syrup
• Ice cubes
• Cinnamon stick and apple slice for garnish.

Preparation

1. Mix the apple juice, whiskey, and cinnamon syrup together with ice cubes in a cocktail glass.
2. Garnish with a cinnamon stick, an apple slice, and a straw, then enjoy.

Recipe 4: Apple vodka tonic

Ingredients

• 40 ml vodka
• 20 ml apple juice
• Tonic water to top up
• Ice cubes
• Apple slice and fresh mint for garnish

Preparation

1. Pour the apple juice and vodka into a cocktail glass and stir well.
2. Add ice cubes and top up the glass with tonic water.
3. Garnish with an apple slice and mint.

Recipe 5: Apple cranberry cocktail

Ingredients

• 50 ml cranberry juice
• 30 ml apple juice
• 30 ml white rum
• Ice
• Cranberries and apple slices for garnish

Preparation

1. Mix all ingredients well in a cocktail glass with ice cubes.
2. Garnish the cocktail with fresh cranberries and an apple slice.

Frequently asked questions about cocktails with apple

1. Which alcohol goes well with apple in cocktails? Apple goes very well with vodka, gin, and whiskey. The fruity flavor is enhanced by the spirits and ensures a well-rounded taste in the cocktail glass.
2. How can I make non-alcoholic apple cocktails? - Use apple juice or apple spritzer and combine it with fresh herbs such as mint or rosemary. Ginger beer also goes very well and adds a spicy note.
3. Why should I use cocktail glasses instead of regular glasses? - Cocktail glasses give your drink a special elegance and keep it pleasantly cool. The special feel and look make the drinking experience even more intense and create a stylish atmosphere.

Conclusion on apple cocktails

A cocktail is more than just a drink – it's an experience, a moment of connection. With these apple cocktails, you can bring a piece of nature into your cup, a mixture of freshness, warmth, and a hint of adventure. Whether you're toasting with friends or treating yourself to a moment of peace, every sip reminds you to enjoy life in all its facets.

Take your time, pour yourself one of these cocktails and let the flavors embrace you. Each glass is an invitation to savor the here and now – a feast for the senses that will linger in your memory.