Frozen Orchard Delight

Throw your apple cider in the freezer, then blend it up with bitters, brandy, and more. The perfect cider slushee cocktail for the warmer autumn days or to refresh the taste buds after heavy comfort food.

Frozen Orchard Delight

A refreshing and smooth slushee cocktail made from frozen apple cider, apple brandy, and a hint of lemon, perfect for warm autumn days.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups frozen apple cider
  • Juice of 1/2 a lemon
  • 1/2 cup apple brandy (e.g., Apple Jack or Calvados)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black walnut bitters
  • Optional: fresh grated ginger
  • Garnish: apple slices and cinnamon sticks

Instructions

  1. Freeze 2 cups of apple cider in an ice cube tray for several hours until solid.
  2. Empty the frozen cider into a blender.
  3. Add lemon juice, apple brandy, salt, and walnut bitters to the blender.
  4. Blend until smooth.
  5. Pour into a glass and garnish with sliced apple and a cinnamon stick.