By Becky Hardin
Published Oct 16, 2023
Celebrate the spooky season with this devilishly good Poison Apple Martini! This fun martini recipe features sour apple liqueur, lime juice, an optional splash of simple syrup, and the perfect amount of vodka. It’s a sweet and tart take on a green sour apple martini that’s made festive with dry ice!
What’s in this Sour Apple Martini recipe?
Mirror mirror on the wall, what’s the best Halloween cocktail of them all? This bright green Poison Apple Martini that’s made with just four ingredients, of course!
- Vodka: This is the base of our apple cocktail. Any good quality, unflavored vodka will work.
- Sour Apple Liqueur: Adds both the tartness and apple flavor to the martini.
- Lime Juice: Adds a bit more acidity to the cocktail. Lemon juice would also work! Freshly squeezed lime juice is highly recommended for the best flavor.
- Simple Syrup: This adds a bit of sweetness to balance out the tartness from the sour apple liqueur.
Pro Tip: Always handle dry ice with caution! Use temperature-proof gloves and never handle dry ice with your bare hands. Store dry ice in an area with plenty of ventilation. Do not eat dry ice. Consult a safety data sheet for complete safety protocols.
Halloween Martini Variations
- You can replace the vodka in this poison apple martini with a similar clear spirit, such as gin, white rum, tequila, or sake. Note that this swap will change the flavor.
- For a lower-alcohol apple martini, swap the sour apple liqueur for apple juice or apple cider.
- For a different take, swap the sour apple liqueur for apple brandy.
- You can swap the lime juice for lemon juice, cointreau, or triple sec instead, if you prefer.
- To make your own simple syrup, combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water in a saucepan, boil for 1 minute, then cool and refrigerate!
An appletini, also known as an apple martini, is a tart and sweet cocktail that features vodka, sour apple liqueur, simple syrup and lime juice. This spooky Halloween version also includes some dry ice for a fun smoky effect!
This drink is meant to taste like sour apple candy! It will be crisp and juicy, with a mouth-puckering sour taste!
Absolutely! The dry ice is only included here for the fun visual effect of smoke rising from the glass. While it’s a huge hit at any Halloween party, you certainly don’t need to use it if you don’t want to.
How to Store
Store leftover poison apple martinis in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Enjoy cold.
Serving Suggestions
No good Halloween party would be complete without fun treats to accompany the cocktails! Enjoy some of my favorite ghoulish recipes like Halloween Chex Mix , Halloween Graveyard Cupcakes and Oreo Spiders .
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- ▢ 2 ounces vodka
- ▢ 1½ ounces sour apple liqueur
- ▢ ½ ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
- ▢ ½ ounce simple syrup optional
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients (vodka, apple liqueur, lime juice, and simple syrup) to a cocktail shaker or mason jar filled with ice. 2 ounces vodka, 1½ ounces sour apple liqueur, ½ ounce freshly squeezed lime juice, ½ ounce simple syrup
- Shake until completely chilled, about 30 seconds.
- Strain into a martini or coupe glass and garnish with a slice of green apple.
- (Optional) To make this martini extra spooky, add a ½-inch piece of dry ice to the cocktail. Allow the cocktail to finish smoking before consuming.
Becky’s Tips
- You can replace the vodka with a similar clear spirit, such as gin, white rum, tequila, or sake. Any of these will change the flavor slightly.
- For a lower-alcohol cocktail, swap the sour apple liqueur for apple juice or apple cider.
- For a different take, swap the sour apple liqueur for apple brandy.
- You can swap the lime juice for lemon juice, cointreau, or triple sec instead, if you prefer.
- To make your own simple syrup, combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water in a saucepan, boil for 1 minute, then cool and refrigerate!
- Dry Ice Disclaimer: Always handle dry ice with caution– use temperature-proof gloves and never handle dry ice with your bare hands. Store dry ice in an area with plenty of ventilation. Do not eat dry ice. Consult a safety data sheet for complete safety protocols.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Poison Apple Martini Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1½ ounces sour apple liqueur
- ½ ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ ounce simple syrup optional
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients (vodka, apple liqueur, lime juice, and simple syrup) to a cocktail shaker or mason jar filled with ice. 2 ounces vodka, 1½ ounces sour apple liqueur, ½ ounce freshly squeezed lime juice, ½ ounce simple syrup
- Shake until completely chilled, about 30 seconds.
- Strain into a martini or coupe glass and garnish with a slice of green apple.
- (Optional) To make this martini extra spooky, add a ½-inch piece of dry ice to the cocktail. Allow the cocktail to finish smoking before consuming.
Notes
- You can replace the vodka with a similar clear spirit, such as gin, white rum, tequila, or sake. Any of these will change the flavor slightly.
- For a lower-alcohol cocktail, swap the sour apple liqueur for apple juice or apple cider.
- For a different take, swap the sour apple liqueur for apple brandy.
- You can swap the lime juice for lemon juice, cointreau, or triple sec instead, if you prefer.
- To make your own simple syrup, combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water in a saucepan, boil for 1 minute, then cool and refrigerate!
- Dry Ice Disclaimer: Always handle dry ice with caution– use temperature-proof gloves and never handle dry ice with your bare hands. Store dry ice in an area with plenty of ventilation. Do not eat dry ice. Consult a safety data sheet for complete safety protocols.
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
