Washington Apple
Whiskey, sour apple liqueur and cranberry. A sweet-tart 1990s favourite.
Shaken · Coupe · Medium · about 3 minutes · about 17% ABV
Ingredients
- 30 ml Rye whiskey
- 30 ml Sour apple liqueur
- 30 ml Cranberry juice
- Apple slice (garnish)
Method
- Chill the glass
- Pour 30 ml rye whiskey into the shaker
- Pour 30 ml sour apple liqueur into the shaker
- Pour 30 ml cranberry juice into the shaker
- Add ice
- Shake hard
- Strain
- Garnish
Tip
Traditionally made with Canadian whisky.
About the Washington Apple
The spirit-forward family. This is a spirit-forward drink, made mostly of spirit and liqueur with no juice to soften it. Drinks like this were the heart of the golden age of cocktails, from the 1860s to Prohibition in 1920, and many were collected in Harry Craddock's Savoy Cocktail Book (1930). Stir them cold and serve them small.
Washington Apple FAQ
What's in a Washington Apple?
30 ml rye whiskey, 30 ml sour apple liqueur, 30 ml cranberry juice, garnished with apple slice.
How strong is a Washington Apple?
About 17% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 1.5 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is stronger than a glass of wine.
Should I shake or stir a Washington Apple?
Shake it. citrus, juice and cream need shaking to mix properly and gain a light, lively texture.
What glass do you serve a Washington Apple in?
A coupe, about 180 ml. Chill the glass first and serve without ice. No coupe? Use a martini glass or small wine glass.
