Spicy Sparkling Cider Cocktail
Elevate your festive gatherings with this Spicy Sparkling Cider Cocktail, a bold and flavorful drink that’s sure to impress. This cocktail combines the warmth of apple cider and bourbon with a tantalizing kick from cayenne pepper, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg, perfectly balanced by a touch of maple syrup. Fresh orange juice brightens the mix, while sparkling water adds an effervescent finish that keeps it light and refreshing. Ready in just 5 minutes, this easy-to-make beverage is garnished with a cinnamon stick and orange slice for an elegant presentation. Whether you’re cozying up by the fire or toasting with friends, this sweet, spicy, and sparkling cocktail is the ultimate way to embrace the season. Perfect for fall parties, holiday celebrations, or any time you crave an unforgettable sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Apple cider
- 4 oz Sparkling water or club soda
- 2 oz Bourbon
- 1 oz Fresh orange juice
- 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg
- 0.125 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp Maple syrup
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1 Orange slice
Instructions
In a cocktail shaker, combine apple cider, bourbon, fresh orange juice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and maple syrup.
Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to mix the flavors thoroughly and chill the mixture.
Strain the mixture into a large glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Top off the drink with sparkling water or club soda, gently stirring to combine without losing the fizz.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick and an orange slice for an aromatic and festive touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and sparkling flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
282 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 343 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
