Luscious libations are not just for New Year’s Eve. These soul-warming cocktails are still perfect for savoring in the early winter months of 2025.
1.Twilight Ember
Courtesy of UNA Vodka
INGREDIENTS
1.5 oz. UNA Vodka
3 oz. fresh apple cider
½ oz. fresh lemon juice
½ oz. cinnamon syrup
Shake vodka, apple cider, lemon juice and cinnamon syrup with ice. Strain into a chilled rocks glass. Garnish with elegantly arranged thin apple slices.
2. Sweata Weatha
Courtesy of Palm & Pine, Shayna Freeman
INGREDIENTS
1 oz. Principe De Los Apostles Gin (or your preferred gin)
1/2 oz. Fino Sherry
3/4 oz. apple cinnamon syrup (recipe below)
1/2 ounce lemon juice
2 drops Allspice Dram
Shake with Ice and strain into a coupe. Garnish with a dehydrated lemon wheel.
3. Apple Cinnamon Syrup
INGREDIENTS
1 cup juice of freshly juiced apples (
1 cup raw Louisiana cane sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
Simmer lightly on low heat for 20 minutes. Chill before adding to cocktail.