Autumn Maple Bourbon Smash

This refreshing and flavorful cocktail brings together the warm and inviting flavors of apple, maple, and bourbon. It's a perfect drink for the fall season, with a delightful balance of sweet and tangy notes.

Autumn Maple Bourbon Smash

A delightful fall cocktail with the perfect blend of apple, maple, and bourbon flavors.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 tbsp. granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • 1/4 lemon, cut into wedges
  • 1/2 oz. maple syrup
  • 2 oz. [ yellow tail ] Pure Bright Pinot Grigio
  • 1.50 oz. apple cider
  • 1 oz. bourbon
  • 1/4 tsp. rim mixture
  • Ice
  • Apple slices and cinnamon sticks, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small dish, mix sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Rub the rim of a stemless wineglass with a lemon wedge, then dip in the sugar mixture. Fill the glass with ice.
  2. Muddle lemon wedges and maple syrup in the bottom of a cocktail shaker.
  3. Add [ yellow tail ] Pure Bright Pinot Grigio, apple cider, bourbon, and 1/4 teaspoon of the remaining sugar mixture to the shaker.
  4. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
  5. Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass and garnish with apple slices and cinnamon sticks.