I’ve got a delicious drink for you today that’s absolutely perfect for fall!

Ginger beer is pretty popular in a lot of mixed drinks these days – like Moscow mules. It adds that fizzy and spicy element, making the mule that much more delicious.

Now what if you add apple cider to it? An apple cider Moscow mule? Basically. And you’re going to love it.

You’ll try this apple cider ginger beer cocktail and be immediately whisked away to a land of autumn leaves and cool breezes . . . even if the weather is still hot where you are (like it is where I am).

I just love fall and the flavors that go with it, so this cocktail is just about as good as it gets for me.

Note: I’ve been asked if the cider can be substituted with apple juice. The drink will taste much sweeter unless you use unsweetened juice. Give it a small taste test before you commit so your taste buds aren’t overwhelmed. You might not like it . . . but you might.

One thing I really love about this fall cocktail, besides the crisp flavor, is how easy it goes down. I love a mixed drink with a considerable amount of alcohol that I can’t taste. Is that weird?

It’s more important to me to taste the other flavors of the beverage and have the alcohol accentuate them, rather than overwhelm them. This cocktail does that for me.

You don’t need to garnish the beverage, but it gives such a pretty look to your drink, especially if you are serving for a party. This recipe makes two servings – one for you and one for a friend!

Ingredients (Serves 2)

• Freshly squeezed apple cider – 8 ounces
• Vodka – 3 ounces (add more if you wish)
• Ginger beer
• Cinnamon sticks and apple slices for garnishing
• Handful of ice cubes

Pour your apple cider cocktail into the prepped glasses and top it off with the ginger beer. Garnish with apple slices and cinnamon stick. Enjoy!

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Apple Cider Ginger Beer Cocktail

Enjoy the ultimate fall cocktail! This apple cider ginger beer drink is easy to make, combining sweet cider with a spicy twist.

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2 cocktails

Calories 260kcal

Ingredients

• 8 oz fresh apple cider
• 3 oz Grey Goose Vodka
• 6 oz ginger beer
• 2 apple slices
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1 handful ice cubes

Instructions

• Fill two glasses with ice cubes and keep those in the freezer while you make the cocktail.
  
• In a jar, pour in the apple cider and vodka and give it a stir.
  
• Pour it into the prepped glasses and top it off with the ginger beer.
  
• Garnish with apple slices and cinnamon stick.
  

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Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Sodium: 13mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 35g

Enjoy! Let me know your favorite fall drinks in the comments!

And if you’re looking for another autumn drink that features apple cider, try our cinnamon apple cider mimosas. I’d also love for you to check out the following posts:

Chocolate Chai Tea and Baileys • Horchata Cocktail • Hot Chocolate Whiskey • Pumpkin Pie Cocktail

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We recently tasted an amazing orange whiskey sour recipe, and I figured it was time to come around with my own different variation on a classic: the cherry whiskey sour.

The egg white is left out of this version, but we didn’t skimp on one important thing – the egg white whipped cream on top.

Maybe it’s because I’m a girl, but I love cherry cocktails . . . however this one doesn’t seem too feminine just by looks alone. I’m fond of this as a summer cocktail, because it seems like the perfect time for cherry.

The flavor is smooth and tart – good enough that a man will get over any girly drink hesitations just to have one. The egg white whipped cream on top is a must in my opinion!

Tips for Making Delicious Cocktails

Making great cocktails is an art that combines creativity, technique, and attention to detail. Here are some tips to help you craft exceptional drinks.

Start with Quality Ingredients

Use high-quality spirits and fresh juices. The quality of your ingredients greatly influences the final taste of your cocktail.

Measure Precisely

Invest in a jigger or measuring tools to ensure accurate proportions. Consistency in measurements is key to achieving a balanced flavor profile.

Chill Your Glassware

Pre-chill your glassware in the freezer or fill them with ice while preparing the cocktail to keep your drinks cold and refreshing.

Taste as You Go

Don’t be afraid to taste your cocktail-in-progress. Adjust ingredients if needed to achieve the desired flavor. I mean you don’t need to be told to do this . . . right?

Remember that making cocktails is both a science and an art, so don’t be afraid to get creative and have fun with your creations. Over time, you’ll develop your own signature cocktails and techniques!

Here’s what you’re going to need to make this drink.

Ingredients

• 2 ounces Bourbon Whiskey
• 2 1/2 ounces cherry juice
• 1/2 ounce lime juice
• 1 Maraschino cherry
• Ice cubes
• Egg white whipped cream (optional)

Egg White Whipped Cream

Ingredients

• 2 egg whites
• 2 cups of powdered sugar
• 1/2 tablespoon of vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment add egg whites and beat until peaks form.
2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continue beating until stiff peaks form.
3. Spoon into a bowl and place into the refrigerator to chill.

Note: if you would like to use pasteurized egg, you can purchase egg whites at the store. It tends to create a rockier foam, but a lot of people can’t tell the difference.

Remember to drink responsibly, and never drink and drive.

Get the printable recipe for this cocktail below:

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Cherry Whiskey Sour

This whiskey sour recipe uses maraschino cherries and their juice as the sweetener.

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Shake Time 1 minute minute

Total Time 6 minutes minutes

Servings 1 cocktail

Calories 191kcal

Ingredients

Cherry Whiskey Sour

• 2 oz bourbon whiskey
• 2.5 oz cherry juice
• 0.5 oz lime juice
• 1 maraschino cherry
• Ice cube(s)
• egg white & powdered sugar optional

Egg White Whipped Cream (this will cover a few cocktails)

• 2 egg white(s)
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 T pure vanilla extract

Instructions

• In a cocktail shaker add bourbon whiskey, cherry juice, lime juice, and a single ice cube.
• Shake it for 30 seconds, then strain into a standard whiskey glass filled with ice cubes.
• Top with the egg white whipped cream if you desire (get the recipe below).
• Garnish with a Maraschino cherry and serve.

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Notes

Nutritional information calculated for the drink alone since the egg white is optional.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drink | Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Sodium: 6mg | Sugar: 9g

Enjoy your tasty whiskey sour cocktail, and remember to never drink and drive. If you enjoyed this delicious beverage, check out these other cocktails:

Blue Curaçao Margarita • Orange & Grey Coconut Cocktail • Peach Screwdriver • Sangria Recipe with Vodka • Strawberry Watermelon Vodka

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Being totally honest, this is one of my favorite drinks this time of year. So delicious! I love the Kahlúa mixed with vodka and heavy cream – it’s almost like a dessert!

I’m used to the original drink, but have you ever tried a twist on the classic White Russian recipe? You’re about to.

Technically it was first called a “black Russian,” then when cream was added to the beverage, the “black” changed to “white” (although you can still order black Russians these days).

Everyone believes it’s because of the vodka in the original recipe, and the cocktail has been called that since the 1940s.

We’re bringing a pot of Irish gold with our Irish White Russian recipe. This cocktail recipe is a whimsical play on the iconic, legendary and stalwart cocktail.

We decided to have a bit of fun and replaced the longstanding vodka with the one-upmanship of Irish whiskey. It’s technically not “Russian” anymore, and so I guess we can call it by a new name: a White Leprechaun!

We horse traded the Kahlúa for a spot of bright-eyed and busy-tailed coffee liqueur, and we’ve also swirled into the mix a thimbleful (or more) of Bailey’s Irish Cream liqueur. What is the difference between the two? Here’s what the experts have to say:

• “Bailey’s is smoother and buttery sweet. Kahlua is more coffee flavored.”
• “Bailey’s tastes kinda nutty; Kahlua tastes more like chocolate.”
• “Kahlua is coffee flavored in a rum base and is made with smashed Arabica coffee beans, caramelized sugar or corn syrup, and vanilla beans. Baileys is an Irish Whiskey base and caramelized sugar or corn syrup and cream (creamy toasted-caramel flavor).”

After a taste of our decidedly Gaelic infusion, tell us we’ve done something wrong. You won’t. Now here’s the recipe. Oh, and by the way, Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Ingredients

• 1 ounce Jameson Irish Whiskey
• 2 1/2 ounces Bailey’s Irish Cream
• 1/2 ounce coffee liqueur
• Dash of heavy cream
• Ice cubes

Glass: Use a standard rocks or whiskey glass.

And whether or not you get “the chronics,” drink responsibly and never drink and drive.

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Irish Cream and Whiskey

In this whiskey white Russian, you'll replace the classic vodka and Kailua with Irish whiskey and coffee liqueur. You'll keep the Baileys. It's a fun twist on my favorite drink!

Course Cocktails

Cuisine Irish

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 cocktail

Calories 402kcal

Equipment

• 1 Cocktail shaker

Ingredients

• 1 oz Jameson Irish Whiskey
• 2 1/2 oz Bailey’s Irish Cream
• 1/2 oz coffee liqueur
• 1 T heavy cream
• Ice cube(s)

Instructions

• Fill glass with ice cubes.
  
• In a cocktail shaker, add whiskey, Bailey’s Irish Cream, coffee liqueur and a dash of heavy cream. Drop in an ice cube.
  
• Shake vigorously and strain into an ice cube filled glass. Serve immediately.
  

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Notes

Add whipping cream on top if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drink | Calories: 402kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 15mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 221IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.02mg

If you like this drink, you might like this Irish cream alcoholic milkshake. Talk about an amazing, boozy dessert! I’d also love for you to check out these beverages:

Apple Cider Ginger Beer • Apple Cider Mimosa • Chocolate Chai Tea and Baileys • Horchata Cocktail • Hot Chocolate Whiskey • Pumpkin Pie Cocktail

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I’m really excited to see the new Ghostbusters movie! Kristen Whig and Melissa McCarthy are two of my favorite actresses – for obvious reasons . . . they are hilarious.

Plus I gotta give complete street cred to the 1984 and 1989 movies; those were a crucial part of my childhood.

In my family, we quote a lot of movies regularly, and the original Ghostbusters is part of that rotation. “Don’t cross the streams – that would be bad.” “Nice shootin’ Tex!”

As a tribute to the new movie recently released, we put together this fun Ghostbusters cocktail. It has the consistency of ectoplasm and is perfect for a movie celebration or viewing party.

These fun vodka cocktails feature the Hi-C Ecto Cooler, which is an essential part of any Ghostbusters cocktail in my opinion. Surprise your Ghostbusters loving friends with this easy-to-make (and tasty and alcoholic) drink!

Ingredients

• 1 Smirnoff Red, White & Berry 50 ml Shot
• 1 Lemon Lime Jell-O Cup 5.5 oz
• 2 Hi-C Ecto Cooler Drink Boxes
• Lemon Slices
• Fresh Thyme
• Crushed Ice

Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon and a sprig of fresh thyme. Serve.

Just remember – don’t cross the streams. Because it would be bad!

Don’t you live that Slimer made an appearance? Let me know what you think about this Ghostbusters cocktail in the comments!

PS – Drink responsibly, and never drink and drive. Also grab the printable cocktail recipe below!

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Ghostbusters Cocktail

Ectoplasm has never been this delicious! These Ghostbusters Slimer themed vodka cocktails are so fun – and tasty too. Make for a movie watching party!

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Prep Time 8 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Chill Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 43 minutes minutes

Servings 3 cocktails

Calories 174kcal

Ingredients

• 50 ml Smirnoff Red White & Berry vodka
• 5.5 oz lemon lime Jell-O
• 12 oz Hi-C Ecto Cooler 2 drink boxes
• 3 lemon slices
• 1 pinch fresh thyme
• Crushed ice

Instructions

• In a medium size saucepan over medium-high heat, add the Jello cup and drink boxes. Using a whisk, stir until the Jello completely dissolves.
  
• Pour the mixture into a large measuring cup and chill in the freezer for 30 minutes.
  
• Place a thin slice of lemon into the bottom of each glass and add crushed ice.
  
• Remove the jello/juice mixture from the freezer; add the vodka shot and stir slightly. Place back into the freezer for ten minutes.
  
• Remove the green slime from the freezer and pour over crushed ice.
  
• Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon and a sprig of fresh thyme. Serve.
  

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 8mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g

If you enjoyed this delicious drink, I’d love for you to check out these other cocktail recipes:

Blue Curaçao Margarita • Cherry Whiskey Sour • Orange & Grey Coconut Cocktail • Peach Screwdriver • Sangria Recipe with Vodka • Strawberry Watermelon Vodka

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