Ingredients
- Bourbon: 1-1.5 ounces per serving (Maker’s Mark is a great choice)
- Pure Maple Syrup: 1/2 to 1 teaspoon per serving (adjust for sweetness preference)
- Hard Apple Cider: A dry, crisp cider (like Smith & Forge) to fill the glass.
- Ice: Plenty to keep things chilled
- Lemon Wedge (optional): For garnish
Instructions
1. Prep your glass: Choose a tall glass (at least 16 oz).
2. Sweetness and spirit: Add the maple syrup and bourbon to the glass. Stir to combine.
3. Fill with ice: Add ice cubes to fill the glass to the top.
4. Top it off: Slowly pour the hard cider over the ice.
5. Garnish (optional): Add a lemon wedge to the rim of the glass.
6. Enjoy! Sip and savor the delicious blend of fall flavors.
Tips and Variations
Warm it up: For a cozy autumn treat, warm the cider with the bourbon and maple syrup in a saucepan over low heat before serving.
Adjust sweetness: Use more or less maple syrup to suit your taste.
Spice it up: Add a pinch of cinnamon or a dash of bitters for extra complexity.
Switch up the cider: Experiment with different types of hard cider, like a pear cider, for a unique twist.
Important Thing: Remember to adjust the quantities based on the number of servings you wish to make.
