Introduction

The Poisoned Apple Cider is a delightfully spiced and fruity cocktail perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. Combining rich apple cider with dark rum and a hint of blackberry liqueur, this drink offers a balanced blend of warmth and sweetness.

The image shows a short clear glass with a diamond pattern filled with a dark purple to red layered drink, with ice cubes floating near the top. On the top layer, there are three shiny blackberries and a cinnamon stick standing at an angle. Around the glass on a wooden surface, there are scattered blackberries, star anise, and cinnamon sticks. In the blurred background, small orange pumpkins and soft dark shapes add a warm, cozy feeling. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 oz apple cider
2 oz dark rum
1 oz blackberry liqueur
1/2 oz lemon juice
Ice
Blackberries and a cinnamon stick for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: In a shaker, combine the apple cider, dark rum, blackberry liqueur, and lemon juice with ice.
Step 2: Shake well until chilled, then strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice.
Step 3: Garnish with blackberries and a cinnamon stick for added flavor and presentation.
Step 4: Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Poisoned Apple Cider.

Tips & Variations

For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the dark rum and blackberry liqueur with unsweetened grape juice or sparkling water.
Adjust the amount of lemon juice to balance sweetness according to your taste.
Try adding a dash of ground cinnamon or nutmeg to deepen the warming spices.

Storage

This cocktail is best served fresh. If preparing in advance, mix the ingredients without ice and store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Add ice and garnish just before serving to maintain the best flavor and presentation.

How to Serve

A short, clear glass with a diamond pattern is filled with a deep reddish-purple drink. The bottom layer is a dark purple liquid, gradually blending into a lighter reddish-purple as it moves up. Ice cubes float near the top, partially submerged in the liquid. Three glossy blackberries sit on the surface of the drink, with one blackberry partially inside the glass. A brown cinnamon stick leans diagonally out of the glass. On the wooden round surface holding the glass are two blackberries and two star anise near the front. In the blurred background, a small orange pumpkin is visible against a dark setting. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use bottled apple cider for this cocktail?

Yes, bottled apple cider works well and is a convenient option. Just choose a high-quality, unsweetened cider for the best taste.

What can I use if I don’t have blackberry liqueur?

If you don’t have blackberry liqueur, you can substitute with other berry liqueurs like raspberry or blueberry, or add a splash of fresh blackberry juice for a similar fruity note.

Poisoned Apple Cider Recipe

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Poisoned Apple Cider is a deliciously spiced cocktail combining the warmth of dark rum with the fruity notes of apple cider and blackberry liqueur, balanced by a hint of lemon juice. Served chilled over ice and garnished with fresh blackberries and a cinnamon stick, it’s a perfect drink for cozy evenings or festive gatherings.

Author: Lena
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 serving 1x
Category: Cocktail
Method: Blending
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Ingredients

4 oz apple cider
2 oz dark rum
1 oz blackberry liqueur
1/2 oz lemon juice
Ice (as needed)
Blackberries (for garnish)
1 cinnamon stick (for garnish)

Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, pour 4 ounces of apple cider, 2 ounces of dark rum, 1 ounce of blackberry liqueur, and half an ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Add a good amount of ice to chill the mixture effectively.
Shake Well: Secure the shaker lid tightly and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. This chills the drink while mixing the flavors thoroughly.
Strain into Glass: Fill a serving glass with ice cubes and strain the shaken mixture into the glass to keep the cocktail cold and crisp without the dilution of the shaker ice.
Garnish and Serve: Add fresh blackberries and a cinnamon stick to the glass as garnish for aroma and visual appeal. Serve immediately to enjoy it at its freshest and most flavorful.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor balance.
Choose a good quality dark rum to enhance the depth of the cocktail.
Adjust the blackberry liqueur quantity for more or less sweetness according to taste.
This cocktail is best served immediately to retain freshness and chill.
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute dark rum and blackberry liqueur with blackberry syrup and apple juice.

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