It’s Fall. Time for a New Round of Cocktails, This Week: The Smoky Apple Smash Cocktail
The air is crisp, the flannels are back, and there’s a whiff of cinnamon and mischief in the breeze. That can only mean one thing: fall has arrived and with it comes a whole new season of cocktails and mocktails to match the mood. Whether you’re hunkering down for spooky movie nights or just need something strong to survive your family’s annual apple-picking trip, we’ve got your glass covered.
This one’s a fall slow-burner with attitude.
🍸 Skill Level: Easy
Smoky Apple Smash Cocktail
A bold, autumn campfire in a glass.
Equipment
- cocktail shaker
- Mueller or Wooden Spoon
- Rocks glass
- Jigger
Ingredients
- 2 ounce Mezcal
- 1 ounce Apple Cider or unfiltered apple juice
- 1/2 ounce Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1/2 ounce Maple Syrup
- Apple Slices for muddling and garnish
- Ice
Instructions
- In a shaker, muddle a couple of apple slices with maple syrup.
- Add mezcal, apple cider, lemon juice, and ice.
- Shake until chilled
- Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with an apple slice and a tiny dash of cinnamon (optional).
Notes
🍁 Why It Works
This one’s a fall slow-burner with attitude. The smoky mezcal balances the sweet and tart notes of apple and maple, creating a layered cocktail that feels like a late October night by a bonfire. It’s bold but not overwhelming, and the lemon brightens it just enough. A grown-up apple smash with serious autumn energy.🎬 Movie Pairing
Pair it with The Witch – a slow, moody descent into isolation, superstition, and smoky dread. Just like this drink, it starts with rustic charm and ends with something unforgettable.
