I’ve got a delicious drink for you today that’s absolutely perfect for fall!

Ginger beer is pretty popular in a lot of mixed drinks these days – like Moscow mules. It adds that fizzy and spicy element, making the mule that much more delicious.

Now what if you add apple cider to it? An apple cider Moscow mule? Basically. And you’re going to love it.

You’ll try this apple cider ginger beer cocktail and be immediately whisked away to a land of autumn leaves and cool breezes . . . even if the weather is still hot where you are (like it is where I am).

I just love fall and the flavors that go with it, so this cocktail is just about as good as it gets for me.

Note: I’ve been asked if the cider can be substituted with apple juice. The drink will taste much sweeter unless you use unsweetened juice. Give it a small taste test before you commit so your taste buds aren’t overwhelmed. You might not like it . . . but you might.

One thing I really love about this fall cocktail, besides the crisp flavor, is how easy it goes down. I love a mixed drink with a considerable amount of alcohol that I can’t taste. Is that weird?

It’s more important to me to taste the other flavors of the beverage and have the alcohol accentuate them, rather than overwhelm them. This cocktail does that for me.

You don’t need to garnish the beverage, but it gives such a pretty look to your drink, especially if you are serving for a party. This recipe makes two servings – one for you and one for a friend!

Ingredients (Serves 2)

• Freshly squeezed apple cider – 8 ounces
• Vodka – 3 ounces (add more if you wish)
• Ginger beer
• Cinnamon sticks and apple slices for garnishing
• Handful of ice cubes

Pour your apple cider cocktail into the prepped glasses and top it off with the ginger beer. Garnish with apple slices and cinnamon stick. Enjoy!

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Apple Cider Ginger Beer Cocktail

Enjoy the ultimate fall cocktail! This apple cider ginger beer drink is easy to make, combining sweet cider with a spicy twist.

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2 cocktails

Calories 260kcal

Ingredients

• 8 oz fresh apple cider
• 3 oz Grey Goose Vodka
• 6 oz ginger beer
• 2 apple slices
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1 handful ice cubes

Instructions

• Fill two glasses with ice cubes and keep those in the freezer while you make the cocktail.
  
• In a jar, pour in the apple cider and vodka and give it a stir.
  
• Pour it into the prepped glasses and top it off with the ginger beer.
  
• Garnish with apple slices and cinnamon stick.
  

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Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Sodium: 13mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 35g

Enjoy! Let me know your favorite fall drinks in the comments!

And if you’re looking for another autumn drink that features apple cider, try our cinnamon apple cider mimosas. I’d also love for you to check out the following posts:

Black Widow • Caramel Apple Moscow Mule • Chocolate Chai Tea and Baileys • Horchata Cocktail • Hot Chocolate Whiskey • Peppermint Martini • Pumpkin Pie Cocktail • Raspberry Champagne

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We recently shared with you an amazing orange whiskey sour recipe, and we figured it was time to come around again with a different variation on a classic whiskey sour: the cherry whiskey sour.

The egg white is left out of this version, but we didn’t skimp on one important thing – the egg white whipped cream on top.

Maybe it’s because I’m a girl, but I love cherry cocktails . . . however this one doesn’t seem too feminine just by looks alone. I’m fond of this as a summer cocktail, because it seems like the perfect time for cherry.

The flavor is smooth and tart – good enough that a man will get over any girly drink hesitations just to have one. The egg white whipped cream on top is a must in my opinion!

Tips for Making Delicious Cocktails

Making great cocktails is an art that combines creativity, technique, and attention to detail. Here are some tips to help you craft exceptional drinks.

Start with Quality Ingredients

Use high-quality spirits and fresh juices. The quality of your ingredients greatly influences the final taste of your cocktail.

Measure Precisely

Invest in a jigger or measuring tools to ensure accurate proportions. Consistency in measurements is key to achieving a balanced flavor profile.

Chill Your Glassware

Pre-chill your glassware in the freezer or fill them with ice while preparing the cocktail to keep your drinks cold and refreshing.

Taste as You Go

Don’t be afraid to taste your cocktail-in-progress. Adjust ingredients if needed to achieve the desired flavor. I mean you don’t need to be told to do this . . . right?

Remember that making cocktails is both a science and an art, so don’t be afraid to get creative and have fun with your creations. Over time, you’ll develop your own signature cocktails and techniques!

Here’s what you’re going to need to make this drink.

Ingredients

• 2 ounces Bourbon Whiskey
• 2 1/2 ounces cherry juice
• 1/2 ounce lime juice
• 1 Maraschino cherry
• Ice cubes
• Egg white whipped cream (optional)

Egg White Whipped Cream

Ingredients

• 2 egg whites
• 2 cups of powdered sugar
• 1/2 tablespoon of vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment add egg whites and beat until peaks form.
2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continue beating until stiff peaks form.
3. Spoon into a bowl and place into the refrigerator to chill.

Note: if you would like to use pasteurized egg, you can purchase egg whites at the store. It tends to create a rockier foam, but a lot of people can’t tell the difference.

Remember to drink responsibly, and never drink and drive.

Get the printable recipe for this cocktail below:

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Cherry Whiskey Sour

This whiskey sour recipe uses maraschino cherries and their juice as the sweetener.

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Shake Time 1 minute minute

Total Time 6 minutes minutes

Servings 1 cocktail

Calories 191kcal

Ingredients

Cherry Whiskey Sour

• 2 oz bourbon whiskey
• 2.5 oz cherry juice
• 0.5 oz lime juice
• 1 maraschino cherry
• Ice cube(s)
• egg white & powdered sugar optional

Egg White Whipped Cream (this will cover a few cocktails)

• 2 egg white(s)
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 T pure vanilla extract

Instructions

• In a cocktail shaker add bourbon whiskey, cherry juice, lime juice, and a single ice cube.
• Shake it for 30 seconds, then strain into a standard whiskey glass filled with ice cubes.
• Top with the egg white whipped cream if you desire (get the recipe below).
• Garnish with a Maraschino cherry and serve.

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Notes

Nutritional information calculated for the drink alone since the egg white is optional.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drink | Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Sodium: 6mg | Sugar: 9g

Enjoy your tasty whiskey sour cocktail, and remember to never drink and drive. If you enjoyed this delicious beverage, check out these other cocktails:

Blue Curaçao Margarita • Blueberry Vodka Cocktail • Cherry Vodka Sour • Hibiscus Gin Cocktail • Lavender Hard Lemonade • Orange & Grey Coconut Cocktail • Peach Screwdriver • Pink Lemonade Margarita • Raspberry Lemonade Margarita • Sangria Recipe with Vodka • Strawberry Watermelon Vodka

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Being totally honest, this is one of my favorite drinks this time of year. So delicious! I love the Kahlúa mixed with vodka and heavy cream – it’s almost like a dessert!

I’m used to the original drink, but have you ever tried a twist on the classic White Russian recipe? You’re about to.

Technically it was first called a “black Russian,” then when cream was added to the beverage, the “black” changed to “white” (although you can still order black Russians these days).

Everyone believes it’s because of the vodka in the original recipe, and the cocktail has been called that since the 1940s.

We’re bringing a pot of Irish gold with our Irish White Russian recipe. This cocktail recipe is a whimsical play on the iconic, legendary and stalwart cocktail.

We decided to have a bit of fun and replaced the longstanding vodka with the one-upmanship of Irish whiskey. It’s technically not “Russian” anymore, and so I guess we can call it by a new name: a White Leprechaun!

We horse traded the Kahlúa for a spot of bright-eyed and busy-tailed coffee liqueur, and we’ve also swirled into the mix a thimbleful (or more) of Bailey’s Irish Cream liqueur. What is the difference between the two? Here’s what the experts have to say:

• “Bailey’s is smoother and buttery sweet. Kahlua is more coffee flavored.”
• “Bailey’s tastes kinda nutty; Kahlua tastes more like chocolate.”
• “Kahlua is coffee flavored in a rum base and is made with smashed Arabica coffee beans, caramelized sugar or corn syrup, and vanilla beans. Baileys is an Irish Whiskey base and caramelized sugar or corn syrup and cream (creamy toasted-caramel flavor).”

After a taste of our decidedly Gaelic infusion, tell us we’ve done something wrong. You won’t. Now here’s the recipe. Oh, and by the way, Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Ingredients

• 1 ounce Jameson Irish Whiskey
• 2 1/2 ounces Bailey’s Irish Cream
• 1/2 ounce coffee liqueur
• Dash of heavy cream
• Ice cubes

Glass: Use a standard rocks or whiskey glass.

And whether or not you get “the chronics,” drink responsibly and never drink and drive.

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Irish Cream and Whiskey

In this whiskey white Russian, you'll replace the classic vodka and Kailua with Irish whiskey and coffee liqueur. You'll keep the Baileys. It's a fun twist on my favorite drink!

Course Cocktails

Cuisine Irish

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 cocktail

Calories 402kcal

Equipment

• 1 Cocktail shaker

Ingredients

• 1 oz Jameson Irish Whiskey
• 2 1/2 oz Bailey’s Irish Cream
• 1/2 oz coffee liqueur
• 1 T heavy cream
• Ice cube(s)

Instructions

• Fill glass with ice cubes.
  
• In a cocktail shaker, add whiskey, Bailey’s Irish Cream, coffee liqueur and a dash of heavy cream. Drop in an ice cube.
  
• Shake vigorously and strain into an ice cube filled glass. Serve immediately.
  

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Notes

Add whipping cream on top if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drink | Calories: 402kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 15mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 221IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.02mg

If you like this drink, you might like this Irish cream alcoholic milkshake. Talk about an amazing, boozy dessert! I’d also love for you to check out these beverages:

Apple Cider Ginger Beer • Apple Cider Mimosa • Birthday Cake Martini • Black Widow • Chocolate Chai Tea and Baileys • Horchata Cocktail • Hot Chocolate Whiskey • Jagermeister And Coke • Jelly Donut Shot • Orange Whiskey Sour • Peppermint Martini • Pink Lemonade Margarita • Pumpkin Pie Cocktail • Raspberry Champagne

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How do you feel about the new year? Are you going to miss last year . . . or are you ready to say “Bye Felicia” and move on as quickly as possible?

No matter which way you feel, I’ve got a champagne drink you’re going to love, with a special addition: tasty raspberry liqueur that adds the perfect flavor to this cocktail.

I’ve toasted the new year many times with a plain ol’ glass of champagne, but I’m one of those people ready to let this past year go bye-bye as quickly as possible so I think it’s time to do something different.

I’m really excited about the coming year, because I have a plan. And I know plans don’t always work out the way you think, but it feels good to have goals. I didn’t have them previously so I ended up feeling a little lost.

This champagne winter drink is for everyone, but it’s particularly for people like me who are ready for the new year to begin.

Who are hopeful for the possibilities.

Who acknowledge the trials and tribulations of the last year and they are moving on.

Cheers and happy new year!

Ingredients (one serving)

• 1 ounce of vodka
• 1 ounce of raspberry liqueur
• Champagne or sparkling wine, chilled
• Fresh raspberries for garnishing

I’m not the girl to ask about champagnes to use for this cocktail – I don’t have a sophisticated palette necessarily. So what I do is let the experts choose!

I love the list from Town & Country here. What I really love is that there is a $10 bottle of Mumm’s on the list. You can get fancy if you choose, but you can also buy a simply delicious and inexpensive brand to use in the cocktail.

ENJOY! Trust me, it’s going to be impossible not to. Get the printable cocktail recipe below!

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Raspberry Champagne

Ring in the new year with this delicious champagne drink! You’ll love this cocktail that includes raspberry liqueur and vodka. Cheers!

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Prep Time 2 minutes minutes

Total Time 2 minutes minutes

Servings 2 servings

Calories 300kcal

Ingredients

• 1 oz Grey Goose Vodka
• 1 oz raspberry liqueur
• 14 oz champagne or sparkling wine chilled
• 8 raspberries for garnish

Instructions

• Chill the glasses before starting. Remove from the fridge and drop a couple of raspberries into them.
  
• Add 1 oz of vodka to each glass.
  
• Top it up with the sparkling wine/champagne with some room for the raspberry liqueur.
  
• Once the bubbles settle down, pour in the raspberry liqueur and stir gently. Cheers!
  

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Sodium: 14mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g

If you try this raspberry champagne cocktail and enjoyed it, let me know in the comments! I’d also love for you to check out these other posts I think you might like:

Alcoholic Milkshake • Apple Cider Ginger Beer • Apple Cider Mimosa • Black Widow • Cherry Vodka Sour • Cherry Whiskey Sour • Chocolate Chai Tea and Baileys • Ghostbusters Cocktail • Hibiscus Gin Cocktail • Horchata Cocktail • Hot Chocolate Whiskey • Irish White Russian • Pumpkin Pie Cocktail

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