Jul 14 2026
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Spiced Apple Recipe

Inspired by TACOCAT
Time30m
Serves1

reposado tequila, xila spiced apertif, spiced apple simple, lime, cinn – sugar rim

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Ingredients

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Spiced Apple Simple Syrup

Cinnamon-Sugar Rim

Method

Spiced Apple Simple Syrup

  1. 1

    Prepare the Simple Syrup

    In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, apple cider, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has dissolved.

  2. 2

    Simmer and Strain

    Once the mixture starts to simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it steep for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and strain through a fine mesh sieve into a jar. Discard the solids and let cool.

Cocktail Preparation

  1. 3

    Prepare the Glass

    Rim a chilled cocktail glass with a lime wedge and dip the rim in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.

  2. 4

    Mix the Cocktail

    In a shaker, combine the reposado tequila, Xila spiced apertif, fresh lime juice, and spiced apple simple syrup (about 1 oz). Add ice and shake well until chilled.

  3. 5

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass and garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top.

Cinnamon-Sugar Rim

  1. 6

    Mix the Cinnamon-Sugar

    In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Mix well and set aside for rimming the glass.

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