Caramel Apple Bourbon Cocktail Recipe

Caramel apple bourbon served in Mason jars, garnished with apple slices.

5 from 3 votes

Discover the magic of autumn in a glass with the Caramel Apple Bourbon Cocktail. It's a delightful fusion of seasonal aromas and flavors, made for memorable moments under the autumn sky.

Prep Time5

Additional Time2 23 55

Total Time3

Course: Beverages

Cuisine: North American

Diet: Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: ounces

Calories: 127kcal

Author: Linda

Equipment

Glass Flasks

Ingredients

2 cups dried apple rings
2 cinnamon sticks
2 cups bourbon whiskey
1 cup white sugar
Sliced granny smith apples for garnish

Instructions

Pack the apple rings and cinnamon sticks into a 24-ounce canning jar. Fill the jar with bourbon, securely attach the lid and rim, give the jar a good shake, and allow the mixture to infuse for three days.
Meanwhile, prepare the caramel syrup by placing one cup of granulated white sugar in the 1.5-quart saucepan from your KitchenAid® Stainless Steel 10-Piece Set and setting it over medium heat. After about 8 to 10 minutes, the sugar will begin to melt. Use a spatula to scrape up the melted sugar and allow the unmelted sugar to touch the bottom of the saucepan. The sugar will form large clumps and then slowly melt. Boil the mixture, stirring constantly, until it turns a deep amber color.
Place oven mitts on both hands and slowly pour one cup of room-temperature water into the caramel mixture. Whisk over low heat until the caramel has melted into the liquid and no clumps remain. Allow the mixture to cool and transfer it to an airtight jar for storage.
Strain the apples and cinnamon sticks out of the bourbon. Divide the infused bourbon into two 8.5-ounce hermetic glass flasks. Depending on your sweetness preference, add between two and four tablespoons of caramel syrup to each flask.
Serve the caramel apple bourbon at room temperature for sipping, or chilled in shot glasses. Garnish with sliced Granny Smith apples.

Notes

You can make this a caramel apple whiskey cocktail recipe by using non-bourbon whiskey in the recipe.

Store the Cinnamon Apple Infused bourbon in an airtight container or flask, ideally in a cool, dark place. It will stay good for up to 6 months, preserving its flavor profile. Keep the caramel syrup in a sealed jar in the fridge; it can last for 2-3 weeks.

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