Fresh apple cider is one of our favorite fall treats. Our Apple Of My Eye cocktail takes the crisp bite of an apple and introduces a playful touch of Love Spirit Vodka.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 oz Love Spirit vodka
• 3 oz apple cider
• 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
• Pinch of ground cinnamon
• Splash of maple syrup (optional)
• Ice

RIM

• Cinnamon sugar
• Caramel

GARNISH

• Apple slice
• Cinnamon stick

INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare the sugar rim:

1. Take a small plate and spread a thin layer of cinnamon sugar.
2. On a separate plate, add caramel sauce.
3. Gently dip the rim into the caramel sauce and then the cinnamon sugar mixture, coating the entire rim.
4. Set aside.

In a cocktail shaker:

1. Combine the vodka, apple cider, fresh lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and maple syrup (if you prefer a sweeter cocktail).
2. Shake to combine.
3. Strain the cocktail over ice in the prepared glass.
4. Optionally, garnish with apple slice and a cinnamon stick.
5. Stir gently and enjoy!