--- title: Hard Apple Cider Cocktail Recipe description: Learn how to make a cocktail with hard apple cider and bitters. This is a great drink to enjoy as is, or as a pre-meal digestif. image: https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hubfs/CocktailBanner.jpg --- [Our Blog ](https://info.mountainroseherbs.com/categories-original?hsLang=en-us) #### [RECIPES & DIY](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/recipes) #### [GREEN LIVING](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/green-living) #### [HERBALISM](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/herbalism) #### [AROMATHERAPY](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/aromatherapy) #### [BODY CARE](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/natural-body-care) #### [MORE TOPICS...](https://info.mountainroseherbs.com/categories-original?hsLang=en-us) # Hard Apple Cider Cocktail Recipe ![Menthol Chest Balm Recipe](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/MentholChestBalm_Pinterest-1.jpg?width=735&height=1103&name=MentholChestBalm_Pinterest-1.jpg) [![Cocktail](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Cocktail.jpg?width=600&name=Cocktail.jpg)](https://mountainroseherbs.com/botanical-herbal-bitters) Spring is the perfect time for a simple, satisfying craft cocktail. This cassis cider cocktail brings authentic flavors and intentionality to the bar cart, beginning with ingredients that make you feel good. Finnriver’s special release, [Black Current Social Justice Cider](https://www.finnriver.com/sjciderproject) (available in the [NW Cider Club](https://nwciderclub.com/) [Discover Washington Box](https://nwciderclub.com/explore/)) lends a deep garnet color, with semi-sweet fruit and tannin structure. Herbal bitters, from [Mountain Rose Herbs ](https://mountainroseherbs.com)add bright flavor elements, while supporting digestive function. The result is a delightful craft cider cocktail with pre-meal digestif qualities that can lead seamlessly into your evening meal. Finnriver’s [Social Justice Cider Project](https://www.finnriver.com/sjciderproject) also shifts energy towards greater equity and justice in our society by raising awareness of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) projects designed to create positive transformations in our communities, and by sharing resources with the groups doing this vital work.   Cider—the alchemy of apples, yeast, and time—offers a taste that is both familiar and versatile. From youthful days spent in sun-soaked orchards to refined cage-and-cork finished bottles of sparkling wine, the familiar apple comes alive during fermentation. If feeling good is the goal of this libation, cider is the inspiration. [![Finnriver](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Finnriver.jpg?width=715&name=Finnriver.jpg)](https://mountainroseherbs.com/) Reminiscent of Kir Royale and anchored in cassis aperitif lore, this cocktail blends black currant cider, sparkling white wine (or sparkling cider!) and whiskey, finishing with a vibrant dash of herbal bitters and lime. Perfect for welcoming the longer evenings of spring and especially well-paired with fresh fruit or crostini with soft goat cheese.     In this cassis cider cocktail, dark fruit cider offers a sensible, earthy grounding with room for bright effervescent bubbles to loft upward. Whiskey layers in richness and bark notes, brightened and complimented by a thoughtfully selected bouquet of herbal bitters. Finally, fresh lime amplifies the tannic, tartness of black currant, intersects the viscosity of whiskey and provides a zest that makes the whole glass come alive.  ## Cassis Cider Cocktail Recipe  Makes two 5 oz. drinks   Ingredients  - Ice - 2 oz. bourbon whiskey (port-barrel finished) - 1 dropper [Mountain Rose Herbs' Botanical Bitters ](https://mountainroseherbs.com/botanical-herbal-bitters) - 4 oz. Finnriver Social Justice Cider or other black currant cassis cider - 4 oz. Prosecco (or sparkling cider) - 1 organic lime  Directions 1. Fill each glass half way with ice. 2. Divide whiskey and bitters between glasses, gently stir. 3. Divide hard cider and sparkling wine between glasses. 4. Squeeze 1/4 lime into each glass. 5. Slice remaining half of lime and garnish each glass with a lime slice. 6. Enjoy! Pro Tip - Sub sparkling cider for white wine or substitute sparkling water for a lower carb, lower alcohol version ### Looking for more botanically-inspired cocktail recipes? ## [Check out this Elder Bellini (with Mocktail Option)!](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/elderberry-bellini?hsLang=en-us) You may also enjoy: [How to Make Vermouth + Cocktail Recipe](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/how-to-make-homemade-vermouth?hsLang=en-us) [Herb-Infused Summer Cocktails and Mocktails](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/herbal-cocktails-and-mocktails?hsLang=en-us) [What are Digestive Bitters and How Do They Work?](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/what-are-digestive-bitters-and-how-do-they-work?hsLang=en-us)  [![CocktailPIN](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CocktailPIN.jpg?width=600&name=CocktailPIN.jpg)](https://www.pinterest.com/mtnroseherbs/) --- Topics: [Recipes](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/recipes), [Tea & Herbal Drinks](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/tea-herbal-drinks) ![Jana Daisy-Ensign - Guest Writer](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hubfs/JanaD.png) ### Written by [Jana Daisy-Ensign - Guest Writer](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/author/jana-daisy-ensign) on March 3, 2021 Jana has been a champion of craft beverage for over fifteen years. 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Less wax will yield more of an ointment viscosity, while the whole ounce of wax will create a more solid, lip balm like consistency." }, { "@type" : "HowToStep", "text" : "Heat the olive oil and beeswax in a double boiler until the beeswax melts. Remove from heat." }, { "@type" : "HowToStep", "text" : "Add menthol crystals (1/2 tsp for a gentle balm or 1 tsp for a stronger remedy) and essential oils, stir until dissolved, and quickly pour into jars." }, { "@type" : "HowToStep", "text" : "Immediately place lids loosely over the jars so the oils don't escape, but allow to cool completely before placing caps onto the containers." } ], "totalTime" : "" } ```