Normandie Apple Calvados Old Fashioned

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-26 · Updated 2026-07-26

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A refined Old Fashioned variation featuring Calvados apple brandy with hints of fresh apple and warm spices. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Calvados apple brandy, Simple syrup, Angostura bitters 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 175 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 175 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz Calvados apple brandy
0.25 oz Simple syrup
2 dashes Angostura bitters
1 thin slice Fresh apple slice
1 Cinnamon stick
1 Large ice cube

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Instructions

Step 1: Pour 2 oz Calvados apple brandy, 0.25 oz simple syrup, and 2 dashes Angostura bitters into a mixing glass.
Step 2: Add 1 large ice cube and stir gently for 20 seconds until chilled and slightly diluted.
Step 3: Strain into a rocks glass over a fresh large ice cube. Garnish with 1 thin apple slice and 1 cinnamon stick to infuse warm spice aroma as you sip.