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    If you're looking for the perfect cocktail for the fall season, this apple cider fireball is it! It is perfect for this time of year, plus it can be served hot or cold!

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    You’ll love this apple cider Fireball cocktail

    It's 2 ingredients. If you're looking for an easy cocktail recipe for all your fall parties, this apple cider fireball has only 2 ingredients and it can be made as a batched cocktail! 

    It's so easy to make. This is the perfect fall cocktail that is such an easy drink to make. Whether you want to make it for yourself to enjoy by a bonfire, or you want to make a batched cocktail for a party, you'll love this fireball cider cocktail. 

    It's the perfect drink for fall. Fireball whisky is seriously perfect for cold weather cocktail recipes. Plus pair it with fresh apple cider, it makes for SUCH a delicious cocktail. 

    apple cider fireball cocktail.

    What is good to spike apple cider?

    There are lots of different liquors that taste great with apple cider to make delicious spiked apple cider.

    • Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey
    • Caramel Vodka
    • Blanco Tequila
    • Bourbon

    You might also like: Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shot

    Ingredients

    This fireball apple cocktail is so easy to make, whether you're making it hot or cold, here's what you need. 

    Fireball. Fireball is a cinnamon-infused whiskey

    Apple Cider. You want to get the unfiltered apple cider, aka the good stuff, or unfiltered apple juice. Either is a great option. I would vote to stay away from apple juice, simply because you really want to capture those crisp flavors of fall that the apple cider does so well. 

    You might also like: Apple Cider Martini

    fireball and apple cider.

    How to make apple cider fireball

    You can make this as a hot cocktail or a cocktail over ice.

    Here's how to make the cold version of this recipe

    1. In a cocktail shaker, pour 2.5 oz of Fireball and 4 oz. of apple cider.
    2. Add ice, shake, and strain into a rocks glass over ice. 
    3. Garnish and enjoy!

    You might also like: Apple Margarita

    Here's how to make the hot version of this recipe

    1. Using a saucepan, heat 6 oz. of apple cider.
    2. Pour the hot cider into a heat-safe glass and add 2.5 oz. of Fireball whiskey. 
    3. Allow to cool and enjoy!

    You might also like: Apple Cider Shandy

    Garnish ideas

    A garnish is a must! Here are some easy ideas for this fireball cider recipe.

    • Cinnamon Stick
    • Apple Slice or Slices
    • Star Anise
    • Cinnamon Sugar Rim
    apple cider fireball cocktail - cold.

    Substitutions and variations

    Sparkle. Want to add some fizz to the drink? You can add soda water, ginger ale, or prosecco.

    Hard Cider. If you want to turn things up, Mix Fireball cinnamon whisky with hard apple cider. This cannot be served as a. hot drink, but can be served cold!

    Cinnamon Whiskey. Fireball isn't the only cinnamon whisky you can find at your local grocery store. Jack Daniels and Jim Beam both have whiskeys with a strong cinnamon flavor. 

    Can this apple cider Fireball cocktail be made into a batched cocktail recipe? 

    Yes! Here's how to make this batched as a hot or chilled version.

    How to make batched apple cider hot toddy cocktails

    1. In a slow cooker or large stock pot, heat up 1 gallon of apple cider.
    2. Once ready to serve, take off the heat, or turn the crockpot off, and pour in 1 liter of Fireball.
    3. Stir and serve!

    How to make batched chilled apple cider Fireball cocktails

    1. In a large pitcher, pour in 5 cups of apple cider and 2.5 cups of Fireball.
    2. Stir and place in the fridge until you are ready to serve.
    3. Once ready to serve, pour 6 oz. into glasses with ice. 

    You might also like: Salted Caramel Martini

    fireball cinnamon whiskey cocktails.

    What type of apple cider is best?

    You'll want to use unfiltered apple cider for a great cocktail!

    FAQ

    What alcohol can I mix with apple cider?

    You can mix vodka, caramel vodka, bourbon, cinnamon whiskey, or tequila with apple cider.

    Should this be served hot or cold? 

    It can be served either way!

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    If you're making this as a cold cocktail you'll want to make sure you have a cocktail shaker and rocks glasses.

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    this apple cider fireball cocktail is perfect for cold weather.
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    Apple Cider Fireball Cocktail (Hot or Cold!)

    If you're looking for the perfect cocktail for the fall season, this apple cider fireball is it! It is perfect for this time of year, plus it can be served hot or cold!
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Heating Time (if making hot) 3 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course bourbon cocktails, happy hour
    Servings 1 cocktail

    Ingredients
      

    • 4-6 oz. Apple Cider
    • 2.5 oz. Fireball

    Instructions
     

    Here's how to make the cold version of this recipe

    • In a cocktail shaker, pour 2.5 oz of Fireball and 4 oz. of apple cider.
    • Add ice, shake, and strain into a rocks glass over ice.
    • Garnish and enjoy!

    Here's how to make the hot version of this recipe

    • Using a saucepan, heat 6 oz. of apple cider.
    • Pour the hot cider into a heat-safe glass and add 2.5 oz. of Fireball whiskey.
    • Allow to cool and enjoy!

    Notes

    Garnish ideas

    A garnish is a must! Here are some easy ideas for this fireball cider recipe.
    • Cinnamon Stick
    • Apple Slice or Slices
    • Star Anise
    • Cinnamon Sugar Rim

    Substitutions and variations

    Sparkle. Want to add some fizz to the drink? You can add soda water, ginger ale, or prosecco.
    Hard Cider. If you want to turn things up, Mix Fireball cinnamon whisky with hard apple cider. This cannot be served as a. hot drink, but can be served cold!
    Cinnamon Whiskey. Fireball isn't the only cinnamon whisky you can find at your local grocery store. Jack Daniels and Jim Beam both have whiskeys with a strong cinnamon flavor. 

    Can this apple cider Fireball cocktail be made into a batched cocktail recipe? 

    Yes! Here's how to make this batched as a hot or chilled version.

    How to make batched apple cider hot toddy cocktails

    1. In a slow cooker or large stock pot, heat up 1 gallon of apple cider.
    2. Once ready to serve, take off the heat, or turn the crockpot off, and pour in 1 liter of Fireball.
    3. Stir and serve!

    How to make batched chilled apple cider Fireball cocktails

    1. In a large pitcher, pour in 5 cups of apple cider and 2.5 cups of Fireball.
    2. Stir and place in the fridge until you are ready to serve.
    3. Once ready to serve, pour 6 oz. into glasses with ice. 
    Keyword apple cider fireball, fireball and apple cider, fireball cocktails

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