Spiced Apple Recipe
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
Cocktail Ingredients
Cinnamon-Sugar Rim
Method
Spiced Apple Simple Syrup
- 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
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
- 3
Prepare the Glass
Rim a chilled cocktail glass with a lime wedge and dip the rim in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
- 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.
- 5
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass and garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top.
Cinnamon-Sugar Rim
- 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.