So I am in New York right now, and one of the things I am doing here is having fun celebrating being a Stylemaker for Better Homes and Garden. (Woo Hoo!!!)
In honor of this joyful occasion, and because it’s #ThirstyThursday, I just had to share this Apple Cider Bourbon Punch. My Friend Tracy made these and shared them in the September issue of BHG and when we were on set, I had QUITE a few of them. I am not kidding. Good thing they got watered down on the sun or it could have been a problem.
The bourbon is not overwhelming and that subtle hint of cinnamon and lemon is just the perfect compliment. I also served my drinks with cinnamon sticks because it was festive- and pretty and I like stuff like that. Please try these soon- it is like the perfect fall drink, and would be very fun for a party!
Recipe: Apple Cider Bourbon Punch
Ingredients
- 2 cored and chopped Granny Smith apples
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 ¾ cups sparkling apple juice
- 1 ½ cups bourbon
- 1 ½ cups spiced apple cider
Instructions
- In a medium bowl toss the chopped apples with the lemon juice and the cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a large pitcher mix the sparkling apple juice, bourbon and cider.
- Fill glasses with ice and some apple chunks and pour the bourbon/cider mixture over the top and serve immediately.
Preparation time: 10 minute(s)
Number of servings (yield): 6
Hope you’re having a great time in NYC! These drinks look absolutely perfect! I’d love one…or many 🙂 pinned!
Thank you Averie!!
This sounds fantastic! So perfect for fall. Hope you have a great time in NYC!
Fall s a beautiful time of year in the Northeast, so enjoy your time in NYC. You really ARE a Stylemaker, as your beautiful blog and cookbook attest.
Awwww! Thank you so much Kelley 🙂
Love this! A perfect fall cocktail.
Apples and bourbon are such a great combination. I am definitely going to have to give this one a try!
I hope you do Eileen- it’s so good!
Perfect fall drink!
It is so good Laura- I am considering trying it with fresh pressed apple cider too!
There’s nothing like NYC! Have so much fun 🙂 ….beautiful drink!
I know Jenny, September is a beautiful month to be here 🙂
Fabulous punch recipe & wonderful to see u yesterday 🙂
The perfect Fall cocktail, Heather!!
Hope you are having fun in NYC! Great fall drink!
I love how bourbon can deepen flavors so much, especially anything with apple. This cider looks so delicious. It was great meeting you in NY!
Cinnamon and apples are always a killer combination!