A mocktail that tastes like apple pie, is the perfect amount of sweet, and doesn't leave you missing the alcohol... sign me up! This recipe makes 2 drinks, but can easily be batched for larger festivities and would be a great addition to anything from tailgating to Thanksgiving dinner!
Prep Time :5 minutesmins
Serves 2generous drinks
YOU'LL NEED:
1lime, juiced
1/2cupapple cider (non-sparkling)
2tablespoonsapple butter
*apple pie spice, to taste (see notes)
non-alcoholic ginger beer, to taste
sparkling water, to taste
thinly sliced apple for the garnish
ice
HERE'S HOW:
In a cocktail shaker or jar with lid, add ice, lime juice, apple cider, apple butter, and a pinch or two of apple pie spice. Shake until well combined (approx. 1 minute).
Add ice to two serving glasses or copper mugs. Strain apple cider mixture into prepared glasses. Top with ginger beer and sparkling water, to your desired sweetness. I usually do half and half, but the more ginger beer, the sweeter the drink will be. Garnish with sliced apples and a sprinkle of apple pie spice. Serve and enjoy... cheers!
Notes
*To make your own apple pie spice, combine 4 teaspoons cinnamon, 1 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon allspice. Mix together and store whatever you don't use in an airtight container!