Apartment Living
If you’re like most people, you like your summer beverages light, airy, and fruity, such as strawberry daiquiris, glasses of pinot gris with soft floral bouquets, gin and tonics, and simple cocktails crafted with freshly squeezed juice. Now that autumn has arrived, however, you may be feeling the urge for more complex flavors and slightly more substantial textures. Fortunately, there are many fall-themed cocktails for the enjoyment of residents of our apartments in Denver. Following are three of the best.
HARD APPLE CIDER SANGRIA
Few things are more quintessentially autumn than hard apple cider. To make hard apple cider sangria for four, mix one cup of apple juice with two tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir in one-fourth of a cup of apple flavored brandy and a 22-ounce bottle of chilled hard apple cider. Add a cup of quartered and sliced apples of your choice along with a cup of orange slices. Pour over ice and enjoy.
APPLE BRANDY HOT TODDY
Apple cider sangria may be the perfect sipping choice for a warm, golden autumn afternoon, but nothing hits the spot when nights turn chilly than a hot toddy by the fire. This one is simple — just add a shot or two of apple brandy to a cup of hot water along with a squeeze of lemon and sprinkle a bit of cinnamon over the top. If you really want to amp up the apple flavor, mix some hot apple juice or cider in with the hot water. You should only go about half-and-half, though, because otherwise, the taste may be too cloying.
MAPLE BOURBON OLD-FASHIONED
Maple is another classic autumn flavor, and it’s not just for pancakes. A well-prepared Maple Bourbon Old-Fashioned provides an ideal way to relax at the end of a chaotic day, and best of all, it’s easy to prepare. Just combine water, bitters, and maple syrup in a glass and stir it until it’s completely blended. Add a big pinch of orange peel, ice, pour the bourbon over the top, and garnish with a maraschino cherry.
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