By Becky Hardin
Published Sep 20, 2018
This Apple Butter Old Fashioned Cocktail is the perfect way to ring in the fall season! Cozy up and celebrate apple season with the most delicious apple cocktail. This creative recipe puts a festive spin on an old favorite, creating a drink that no one can resist!
Apple Butter Old Fashioned
This Apple Butter Old Fashioned cocktail is the perfect way to welcome the fall season. Update a classic cocktail with a delicious apple flavor!
I never get tired of fall flavors, and apple is one of my favorites. Nothing says autumn like crisp apples, and it’s even better when mixed with cinnamon. I’ve made apple dumplings , fried apples , and apple crisp , but now it’s time to get into the spirit of the season with a delicious apple cocktail recipe!
Homemade apple butter is one of my absolute favorite things EVER. It gives me such a cozy feeling, and it’s just so delicious. So of course I needed to create a recipe that would incorporate apple butter into a cocktail…because why not? I combined it with a classic and came up with this Apple Butter Old Fashioned Cocktail! I used bourbon, bitters, apple cider, club soda, and (obviously) apple butter to create this amazing fall drink.
Cozy up and make this apple old fashioned recipe to celebrate the crisp, fresh air of autumn. It’s perfect for simple evenings, and even more perfect for holiday parties and get togethers. Trust me, everyone will LOVE this creative cocktail!
Old Fashioned Cocktail with a Fall Twist
When a cocktail becomes a classic, there’s a reason; it means it’s simple and it’s delicious! But just because you already have the best, doesn’t mean you can’t get creative and come up with something new. I’m always looking for new fall cocktail recipes , and I think I’ve really done it with this one. An old fashioned cocktail made with apple butter!
Some of my personal favorite cocktails in the past have been infused with apples:
- Apple Pie Sangria
- Apple Cider Mimosas
- Sparkling Apple Pie on the Rocks
- Apple Pie Vodka
- Apple Pie Moscow Mule
- Caramel Apple Hot Toddy Cocktail
But I can never seem to have enough apple cocktails, so I won’t be stopping there. Add this Apple Butter Old Fashioned recipe to the list!
What’s in an Old Fashioned Apple Cocktail?
A traditional Old Fashioned cocktail is made by muddling sugar and bitters, mixing it with (bourbon) whiskey, and then adding citrus rind. To make this apple-infused fall version of the classic cocktail, we are making a few changes. We are adding in apple cider and apple butter, plus finishing it off with a garnish of cinnamon to give it the final fall kick it needs.
How to Make an Old Fashioned with Apple Butter
This Apple Butter Old Fashioned cocktail recipe is simple.
- For the rim, just use sugar to coat.
- For the drink, combine apple butter, apple cider, bourbon, and bitters in a cocktail shaker. Then pour over ice and top with club soda.
- For serving, garnish with fresh apple slices and cinnamon sticks.
It looks beautiful and it tastes like fall! You can’t go wrong with an apple cocktail this season. I’m in love with this Apple Butter Old Fashioned cocktail and I can’t wait for you to try it!
I can’t wait to celebrate fall with this Apple Butter Old Fashioned Cocktail! It’s the perfect cozy weather drink to sip on throughout the season, and it’s so fun for a holiday drink. Add this tasty apple cocktail to your to do list!
See the recipe card below for details on how to make an Apple Butter Old Fashioned. Enjoy!
If you like this apple old fashioned recipe, try these other favorite cocktail recipes:
- Classic Margarita Recipe
- Sweet Tea Sangria
- White Russian Recipe
- Homemade Eggnog Recipe
- Spiked Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate
- Blackberry Paloma
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 2 tablespoons apple butter store-bought or homemade
- ▢ 2 dashes aromatic bitters or orange bitters
- ▢ ¼ cup apple cider
- ▢ 2 ounces good quality bourbon
- ▢ 1½ ounces club soda
- ▢ Coarse sugar optional, for rim
- ▢ Apple slices and cinnamon stick optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Place apple butter, bitters, apple cider, and bourbon in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously to combine. 2 tablespoons apple butter, 2 dashes aromatic bitters, ¼ cup apple cider, 2 ounces good quality bourbon
- Rim your glass with sugar and fill with ice. Coarse sugar
- Pour apple butter mixture over ice and top with club soda. 1½ ounces club soda
- Serve garnished with apple slices and cinnamon stick. Apple slices and cinnamon stick
Becky’s Tips
- Nutritional information does not include optional ingredients.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Apple Butter Old Fashioned
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons apple butter store-bought or homemade
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters or orange bitters
- ¼ cup apple cider
- 2 ounces good quality bourbon
- 1½ ounces club soda
- Coarse sugar optional, for rim
- Apple slices and cinnamon stick optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Place apple butter, bitters, apple cider, and bourbon in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously to combine. 2 tablespoons apple butter, 2 dashes aromatic bitters, ¼ cup apple cider, 2 ounces good quality bourbon
- Rim your glass with sugar and fill with ice. Coarse sugar
- Pour apple butter mixture over ice and top with club soda. 1½ ounces club soda
- Serve garnished with apple slices and cinnamon stick. Apple slices and cinnamon stick
Notes
- Nutritional information does not include optional ingredients.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
