Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Whiskey Punch
A warming, spiced punch featuring apple, cinnamon, and smooth whiskey, ideal for cozy evenings or autumnal celebrations. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, apple cider, and fresh lemon juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon whiskey
- 3 oz apple cider
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz cinnamon syrup
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 thin apple slice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim and pour in 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 3 oz apple cider, 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 oz cinnamon syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels cold and frosty.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with large ice cubes.
- Step 4: Garnish by placing a cinnamon stick vertically inside the glass and balancing a thin apple slice on the rim.
