Spiced Harvest Martini
A refreshing and crisp cocktail with a delightful blend of spiced apple and tangy cranberry flavors. This Spiced Harvest Martini is the perfect drink to enjoy the fall season with a touch of elegance.
Spiced Harvest Martini
A delightful spiced cranberry and apple martini with a crisp and delicious flavor.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 2 oz unsweetened cranberry juice
- 1/2 oz Cointreau
- 1 oz spiced apple syrup
- Squeeze of lime juice
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 3 star anise
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cider and sugar.
- Add the cinnamon sticks, star anise, and cloves, and bring the mixture to a low simmer. Cook and stir for about 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the liquid slightly thickens.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture steep with the spices until completely cooled.
- Transfer the syrup to a jar and refrigerate until ready to use.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine vodka, cranberry juice, Cointreau, apple syrup, and lime juice. Shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
- Pour the mixture into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a slice of apple before serving.