Apple Pie Moonshine
A smooth, spiced sipper that tastes like apple pie in a glass — perfect for fall events and tasting bars.
- Prep
- 3m
- Cook
- 0m
- Total
- 3m
- Servings
- 1
- Skill
- Beginner
About this recipe
A potent, sweet, and spicy shot reminiscent of apple pie, featuring grain alcohol, apple juice, and cinnamon schnapps, garnished with a cinnamon stick.
Instructions
- 1
Add the cinnamon stick to a chilled rocks glass or mason jar — it will infuse the drink as you sip.
- 2
Pour the grain alcohol over the cinnamon stick.
- 3
Add the cinnamon schnapps and stir gently to combine.
- 4
Top with chilled apple juice and stir once more to lift the spices.
- 5
Taste and adjust: add a splash more apple juice for sweetness or a few drops of fresh lemon for brightness.
- 6
Serve immediately, garnished with an apple slice or extra cinnamon stick. For a warm version, gently heat the apple juice before combining and serve in a mug.
Pro tips & variations
- 1.Batch it: multiply by guest count and store in a sealed pitcher up to 24 hours ahead — add the cinnamon stick at service.
- 2.For a non-alcoholic version, swap grain alcohol and schnapps for spiced apple cider and a dash of cinnamon syrup.
- 3.Rim the glass with cinnamon-sugar for a dessert-style presentation at weddings or fall tastings.
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