Downeast Hard Cider Recipe
Make Downeast Hard Cider Recipe in just 8m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Cider Base
Spice & Sweetness
Spirit (optional)
Garnish
Method
Prep
- 1
- 2
Juice the lemon and measure maple syrup and bourbon (if using). Have cider, apple juice, and ginger beer chilled.
Build the Cocktail
- 3
- 4
Add spirit and sweetener
If using bourbon, add 1 oz bourbon to the glass. Add 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup and 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice.
- 5
Gently stir
Using a bar spoon, stir gently 6–8 times to incorporate the maple syrup and bourbon with the cider without losing too much carbonation.
- 6
Top with ginger beer and spice
Carefully top the drink with 2 oz cold ginger beer to add a bright, spicy fizz. Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon over the top.
Garnish & Serve
- 7
Garnish the rim with a thin apple slice and optionally drop in a cinnamon stick. Serve immediately while fizzy and cold.
- 8
Taste and adjust: if you prefer sweeter, stir in another 1/4 tbs maple syrup; for more brightness add another 1/4 tsp lemon juice.