apple slice or cinnamon stick to garnish(optional)
Instructions
For the Simple Syrup:
Mix sugar, water, cinnamon sticks, and sliced ginger root in a small saucepan over medium heat. Heat until sugar is dissolved.
Let cool completely. When cool, strain to remove ginger and cinnamon sticks.
For the Mocktail:
Pour cinnamon sugar into a shallow bowl or plate. Prepare martini glass by wetting the rim with apple cider and then dipping in cinnamon sugar.
Add ice to martini shaker. Pour in cider and simple syrup. Shake for 10 to 15 seconds.
Pour into prepared glass. Garnish with apple slice or cinnamon stick.
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Notes
Nutrition information is based on ingredients for one beverage (cider plus 2 tablespoons simple syrup) and does not include garnishes.
This is a fairly sweet drink. Adjust the amount of simple syrup to your liking.
To make a cocktail, add 1 oz. vodka, bourbon, rum, or spiced rum to shaker.
If preferred, instead of using a shaker, serve mocktail with ice in a short tumbler such as a rocks, low-ball, or old-fashioned glass. Garnish as desired.