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Apple Cider Cinnamon Spritz

Apple cider cinnamon syrup, bourbon and lemon with a refreshing sparkling finish.

Apple Cider Cinnamon Spritz, photographed by Bobbie
The original food picture from Bobbie's recipe card.
Makes 1 drink (or a pitcher for 8) 5 minutes to mix with prepared syrup; syrup requires 10 minutes simmering plus coolingBuy ingredients on Amazon Make a shopping list for this
Contains alcoholAdults onlyMake ahead

Contains alcohol — adults only. Card heading states 5 minutes total and 0 minutes cook (just mix); the separate syrup method includes 10 minutes simmering. Pitcher: combine bourbon, syrup and lemon juice, keep chilled, then top with 32 oz sparkling water or prosecco and stir gently. Tips: use fresh high-quality cider; adjust syrup sweetness; try spiced bourbon; orange bitters add depth; chill syrup and make ahead. Variations: nutmeg or ginger; pure maple syrup instead of honey; add 1 oz cranberry juice; prosecco and orange juice for a holiday spritz. Mocktail: omit bourbon and use sparkling apple cider (not prosecco). Syrup keeps airtight refrigerated up to 2 weeks; mixed cocktail without sparkle can be refrigerated up to 24 hours ahead. Pair with charcuterie, roast turkey or chicken, herb stuffing, Brie with honey, caramelized nuts, pumpkin appetizers or fall desserts.

Ingredients

Apple cinnamon syrup (about 1 cup, enough for 8 drinks)

  • 1 cup apple cider (240 ml)
  • ½ cup honey or maple syrup (120 ml)
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 1 orange peel strip
  • 1 lemon peel strip

Cocktail (1 drink)

  • 2 oz bourbon (60 ml)
  • 1 oz apple cinnamon syrup (30 ml)
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice (30 ml)
  • 3–4 oz sparkling water or prosecco
  • Ice

Garnish

  • Apple slice
  • Cinnamon stick
  • Fresh rosemary sprig
  • Cinnamon sugar rim (optional)

Pitcher (8 servings)

  • 16 oz bourbon (480 ml)
  • 8 oz apple cinnamon syrup (240 ml)
  • 8 oz fresh lemon juice (240 ml)
  • 32 oz sparkling water or prosecco for serving

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Method

  1. 1

    Make the apple cinnamon syrup: in a small saucepan, combine apple cider, honey or maple syrup, cinnamon sticks, cloves, orange peel and lemon peel. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse. Remove from heat, let cool and strain into a jar. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

  2. 2

    Prepare the glass: fill a rocks or highball glass with ice. For an extra festive touch, rim the glass with cinnamon sugar (optional).

  3. 3

    Make the cocktail: in a glass, combine bourbon, apple cinnamon syrup and fresh lemon juice. Stir gently to combine.

  4. 4

    Add the sparkle: top with sparkling water or prosecco and stir lightly.

  5. 5

    Garnish and enjoy: add an apple slice, cinnamon stick and a sprig of rosemary.

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From Bobbie's “Bobbie's Recipe Card 94”. Written up by Bobbie's Kitchen · Updated 26 October 2026