If Halloween had a flavor, this would be it — crisp apple cider, a touch of ginger fizz, and a smooth pour of bourbon to warm your bones. It’s that perfect balance of cozy and creepy that sneaks up on you (in the best way).
Picture this: a dimly lit porch, a few jack-o’-lanterns glowing nearby, and a glass of this bubbling elixir in hand. One sip, and you’ll swear fall just wrapped its smoky arms around you.
This cocktail is dangerously easy to make — and even easier to love. Whether you’re brewing it up for a haunted gathering or sipping solo by candlelight, it’s the kind of drink that keeps Halloween spirits high.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 3 oz apple cider
- 1 oz ginger ale
- 1 oz Mike's Hot Honey
- apple slice for garnish
- Cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions
- MixFill a glass with ice cubes. Pour in whiskey, hard apple cider, hot honey and ginger ale. Stir gently to combine.
- GarnishAdd an apple slice or cinnamon stick for a festive fall touch.
- ServeSip and let those spooky, sweet, and spicy vibes take over — it’s Halloween in a glass.
A little sweet, a little spooky, and totally irresistible — this cocktail will keep your guests under its spell all night long.
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