Autumn Rye Twist

The Autumn Rye Twist cocktail combines the warming flavors of rye with the natural apple goodness of hard cider, creating a delightful blend of sweet and spicy notes. The anise and botanical hints of Pernod add a unique twist to this classic cocktail, making it a perfect choice for a cozy evening.

Autumn Rye Twist

A delightful blend of rye, Pernod, and hard cider, the Autumn Rye Twist is a perfect cocktail for enjoying the flavors of autumn.

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Ingredients

  • 2 sugar cubes
  • 6 dashes Peychaud's bitters
  • 1.50 oz rye whiskey, such as Rittenhouse 100 proof
  • 2 dashes Pernod Absinthe
  • 2 oz Crispin Original Cider
  • Ice
  • Lemon peel, optional

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, saturate sugar cubes with bitters and muddle to dissolve the sugar.
  2. Add ice and rye whiskey to the mixing glass.
  3. Stir until well chilled and sugar is almost completely dissolved.
  4. Put a dash of absinthe in the serving glass and swirl it around to coat the glass, discarding any extra.
  5. Fill the glass with ice.
  6. Strain the chilled rye mixture into the serving glass and top it with cider.
  7. Garnish with lemon peel if desired and serve.