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    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    By Lauren on November 15, 2017, Updated April 27, 2021 21 Comments

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    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    Crisp apple and fresh mint laced with warm, spicy cinnamon and beautiful tones of rich rye whiskey. What does beautiful tones of rich rye whiskey taste like? Well, besides warm hugs and chilly fall day snuggles, you're sure to find out in this Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash.

    Ingredients for this post were provided by WhistlePig. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

    Overhead Shot of Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    The chill of November has officially settled in this week. Most of the color is drained from the fall foliage and the leaves are starting to fall and collect, crunching under foot. Break out the scarves and hats. It's time to bundle up!

    Still feeling that chill when you walk in the door? Here's just the thing you're going to need. These Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smashes are going to thaw you from the inside out.

    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    WhistlePig 10 Year Straight Rye Whiskey

    Just as important when cooking, the end result of your efforts will be affected by the quality of product going in. When an opportunity to play around with this WhistlePig Straight Rye Whiskey presented itself, I showed up like the first person in line for the iPhone X.

    While straight liquor on the rocks is typically not my scene, this 10-year aged whiskey is so smooth and easy drinking it toes the line of too easy to enjoy on it's own. But we're taking it to the next level, because, why the heck not right?

    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    We're using it in the smashingly good (get it??) cocktail to bring flavors of vanilla and caramel with just a touch of mint on the finish.

    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    How to make Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash cocktail

    The whiskey smash is a cocktail that's been around for ages, making its comeback over the last few years. Never going out of style, but as Americans have reignited their passion for whiskey and bourbon lately it's been creeping across cocktail menus throughout the nation.

    A traditional whiskey smash is a little fruity, a little minty and a little sweet. We're going to keep those same classic qualities in our version with fresh sweet apple, a splash of tart lemon juice, fragrant fresh mint and spicy, warm cinnamon simple syrup.

    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    'Parts' versus 'Ounces'

    The recipe is written in 'parts' to make for easy batching (aka large quantities), because the holidays are right around the corner. Holidays close by means lots of family time, lots of entertaining, and lots of "where the cocktails at?"

    If preparing a single drink, 'smash' three slices of sweet style apple, like a Honeycrisp. To 'smash' the ingredients really well, add an ice cube while you're muddling. This will help to mash the ingredients in the shaker versus just bruising them and will bring out more flavor.

    Then add your wet ingredients....2 ounces of WhistlePig 10-Year Straight Rye Whiskey, 1 ounce of fresh apple cider, 1 ounce of cinnamon simple syrup and a splash of lemon.

    How much is a splash? If you're in the "No, I Don't Work With Dashes, Splashes or Pinches Club" try about ¼ of an ounce.

    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    If preparing a batch, just multiply the 'parts' by however many drinks you want. A whole apple will cover you for up to 4 drinks. Then just prepare as you would for one drink and strain into a pitcher. Two drinks will typically fit in one mixing tin.

    Lastly, serve these fruity, sweet and pleasantly strong cocktails over crushed ice. Don't have a crushed ice machine? Oh, it's okay, me either. But I do have plastic zip bags and a meat mallet. Crushed ice and a little stress therapy are just a few mallet smashes away.

    You can repurpose the cinnamon sticks from the simple syrup as a garnish or break out fresh ones.

    While you're preparing your turkey or dreading Aunt Rita asking you yet another year if "You're the Doctor?" in the family, at least you can toast the holidays with your family favorites and these Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smashes.

    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

     

    Overhead Shot of Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    Smooth, refined 10-year aged rye whiskey meets enhanced fall flavors in this balanced New England take on the whiskey smash featuring WhistlePig 10-Year Straight Rye Whiskey.
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    Course: Cocktail
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: apple cocktails, fall cocktails, fall whiskey cocktails, whiskey smash
    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Cook Time: 15 mins
    Total Time: 25 mins
    Servings: 1 drink
    Calories: 405kcal
    Author: Lauren
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    Ingredients

    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    • 2 parts whiskey (see notes)
    • 1 part part cinnamon simple syrup
    • 1 part part apple cider
    • splash lemon juice
    • 3 slices of apple
    • 6 mint leaves

    Cinnamon Simple Syrup

    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 cup water
    • 3 cinnamon sticks
    • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

    Instructions

    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    • In a shaker, smash together apple slices and mint with a muddler. (Adding a cube of ice will help break apart ingredients.)
    • Add Whistle Pig 10 Year Straight Rye Whiskey, cinnamon simple syrup, cider and lemon to shaker.  Fill the shaker ¾ of the way with ice.
    • Shake vigorously for 8 to 10 seconds.  Strain into a high ball glass with crushed ice.
    • Garnish with cinnamon stick and mint leaf.

    Cinnamon Simple Syrup

    • In a small saucepan, stir together sugar, water, cinnamon sticks and ground cinnamon.
    • Bring to a boil over high heat.  Reduce to low and simmer 15 minutes.  Remove from heat and let steep with cinnamon sticks 10 minutes.

    Notes

    Preparing One Cocktail Versus Batching:

    • Parts are equivalent to ounces.
    • For one cocktail, add 2 ounces of whiskey, 1 ounce of cinnamon simple syrup, and 1 ounce of fresh apple cider.
    • For batches, multiple parts x the number of drinks you want.  For example, a batch of 4 drinks will be 8 ounces of whiskey, 4 ounces of cider, and 4 ounces of cinnamon simple syrup.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 405kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 431mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 58g | Vitamin A: 432IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Katie Crenshaw | A Fork's Tale says

      October 14, 2018 at 8:13 pm

      These pictures are BEAUTIFUL!! This Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash looks FANTASTIC!! I am going to make this for our next dinner party.

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        October 16, 2018 at 8:17 pm

        thank you!!

        Reply
    2. Karyl Henry says

      October 14, 2018 at 7:48 pm

      I don't drink much whiskey, so when I do I want it to be in a special cocktail. This one definitely fits the bill! Looks like a perfect Fall drink

      Reply
    3. Veronika's Kitchen says

      October 14, 2018 at 2:35 pm

      Apple, Cinnamon, and Whiskey! That's exactly what I need right now!) Plus, your pictures are amazing!!!)))

      Reply
    4. Anne Lawton says

      October 14, 2018 at 1:21 pm

      Apple and cinnamon is a match made in heaven! This drink is just perfect for this time of the year.

      Reply
    5. Michelle says

      October 14, 2018 at 8:08 am

      This is the perfect Autumn drink! This is a great drink for holiday entertaining, so easy to batch it up too.

      Reply
    6. Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness says

      October 13, 2018 at 11:04 am

      This looks amazing!! I don't drink much, but this is making me want to try this one. Your photos are gorgeous!

      Reply
    7. Kiki Johnson says

      October 12, 2018 at 2:44 pm

      This is the holiday dring of my dreams! I am a whiskey girl and just looking at the list of ingredients puts my in a holiday mood! Love the pics as well!

      Reply
    8. Jessica Montanelli says

      October 12, 2018 at 10:39 am

      If this isn't the perfect fall cocktail, I don't know what is! It's impossible to go wrong with apples and cinnamon!

      Reply
    9. Kelly Anthony says

      October 12, 2018 at 4:54 am

      Yay! Bring on the fall cocktails! This sounds delicious!

      Reply
    10. georgie says

      October 10, 2018 at 3:41 pm

      this is SO pretty!!!! Love love love how fall-like it is! I'm definitely going to pin this for later, I think my husband would love it!

      Reply
    11. Sherri @ WatchLearnEat says

      October 10, 2018 at 2:30 pm

      Such a perfect drink to warm you up on a cool, fall night. I wouldn't mind getting cozy with one of these and a good book after a long week of work! 🙂

      Reply
    12. magen says

      November 16, 2017 at 1:25 am

      Okay Now I can't wait to try this!

      Reply
    13. patricia @ grabaplate says

      November 15, 2017 at 10:54 pm

      This sounds like an amazing seasonal cocktail! I love your photos, too!

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        November 16, 2017 at 9:21 pm

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    14. summer says

      November 15, 2017 at 4:31 pm

      I need this right now, haha. For real. Looks so good and refreshing! Also, love the photography.

      Reply
    15. Carly says

      November 15, 2017 at 9:43 am

      My mouth is watering! This sounds amazing. I am hosting Thanksgiving this year and this drink would be a hit with our crew!

      Reply
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