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    Apple Rosemary Whiskey Cocktail

    LAST UPDATED: October 28, 2020 PUBLISHED: August 6, 2018 By Pam Greer 12 Comments As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    This Apple Rosemary Whiskey Cocktail is like fall in a glass. 

    This easy fall cocktail makes a whole pitcher, so it's perfect for football parties tailgating, or game day!

    If you're looking for an easy Thanksgiving cocktail that everyone will love, here you go!

    dark orange cocktail being poured into mason jar with a sprig of rosemary, text overly reading Apple Rosemary Whiskey Cocktail

    Fall Cocktails

    As we wind down summer, I start to feel my spirit lift.  Fall is my season.  I love everything about it.  Pumpkins.  Scarves.  Boots.  Apples.  Cocktails.

    Last week was the first football game of the fall season on tv.  Not a season game, but some sort of opener game.  You can tell I am well versed of the ins and outs of football season.

    What I am well versed in is fall cocktails.  Football cocktails.  Tailgating cocktails.  Game day cocktails.  While I know some of you prefer to drink beer with football, beer makes me sleepy.  Cocktails make me happy.

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    Bottle of Jack Daniels with cocktails in mason jars

    Which whiskey to use?

    There is apparently a whole whiskey revolution going on.  It seems like new distilleries are popping up every where. 

    While I could have tried one of the newer whiskeys, I went with a classic. 

    It doesn't get much more classic than Jack Daniels, especially since we live in Tennessee.

    dark orange cocktail being poured into a mason jar with a rosemary sprig

    Instructions

    This cocktail is so easy to make!

    • First you make the rosemary simple syrup.
    • Heat honey and water over low heat, stirring until the honey dissolves.
    • Remove from heat and rosemary sprigs and cool.
    • In a large pitcher or jar, combine the rosemary simple syrup, apple juice, and whiskey.
    • Serve in mason jars or your favorite cocktail glass and enjoy!

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    Recipe

    **As an Amazon affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    4.96 from 43 votes

    Apple Rosemary Whiskey Cocktail

    Everyone loves this Apple Rosemary Whiskey Cocktail.  Since it makes a pitcher it's perfect for game day! 
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes minutes
    Servings 8
    Calories 219kcal

    Ingredients

    Rosemary Simple Syrup

    • ½ cup water
    • ½ cup honey
    • 6 sprigs rosemary

    Cocktail

    • 1 liter unfiltered apple juice
    • ⅔ cup whiskey
    • 4 cups ice
    • lemon slices for garnish

    Instructions

    Rosemary Simple Syrup

    • Heat the water and honey over a low heat, stirring until the honey dissolves.
    • Remove from the heat, add rosemary sprigs and set aside to cool completely. 

    Make the Cocktail

    • In a large pitcher or jug, combine the rosemary simple syrup, apple juice, and whiskey.  Stir to combine. 
    • Fill the glasses with ice and pour over the cocktail.  Serve with a lemon slice.

    Notes

    Try to find unsweetened apple juice. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 137mg | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin C: 1.2mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.2mg

    I found this recipe in an old 2015 issue of Donna Hay's magazine.

    This post was originally published in 2015 and has been updated for 2020.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Heather says

      August 07, 2018 at 9:59 am

      This looks yummy! I love a good whiskey cocktail!

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 07, 2018 at 3:57 pm

        Me too!

        Reply
    2. Sandi says

      August 06, 2018 at 6:19 pm

      5 stars
      This uses the husband's favorite Whiskey so I may try this out on him 🙂

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 06, 2018 at 7:34 pm

        You'll have to let me know what you think!

        Reply
    3. Annemarie says

      August 06, 2018 at 4:42 pm

      5 stars
      Now I'm in the mood for fall! This looks like the perfect flavor combo.

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 06, 2018 at 7:34 pm

        It is!

        Reply
    4. Kelly Anthony says

      August 06, 2018 at 4:25 pm

      5 stars
      Such a gourmet cocktail idea! Perfect for football season and the cool weather coming 🙂

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 06, 2018 at 7:34 pm

        I'm ready for fall!

        Reply
    5. Catherine says

      August 06, 2018 at 3:57 pm

      Sounds like a complex and wonderful mix, Pam! This drink has me looking forward to those brisk Autumn days ahead. Cheers!

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 06, 2018 at 7:34 pm

        Me too!

        Reply
    6. Emily says

      August 06, 2018 at 3:39 pm

      This looks like a delicious cocktail, love the rosemary garnish!

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 06, 2018 at 7:34 pm

        It is so good!

        Reply
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