Cocktail recipe

October Gold recipe.

Apple brandy, honey and lemon make the base of this orchard highball. Ginger beer adds a spicy sparkling finish without hiding the apple.

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October Gold

Description

Apple brandy, honey and lemon make the base of this orchard highball. Ginger beer adds a spicy sparkling finish without hiding the apple. Build and top gently to preserve the bubbles.

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Apple Brandy
  • 15 ml Honey syrup
  • 20 ml lemon juice
  • 75 ml Ginger Beer

Instructions

  1. Prepare the serving glass. Use fresh ice for a rocks, highball or wine-glass serve; chill stemware for a drink served without ice.
  2. Combine 45 ml Apple Brandy, 15 ml Honey syrup, 20 ml lemon juice in the prepared glass and stir briefly.
  3. Gently add 75 ml Ginger Beer. Stir once to combine without flattening the bubbles.
  4. Finish with the suggested garnish and serve immediately.

Recommended glassware

Highball Glass
Highball Glass (recommended)

A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.

240–350 ml Tall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.

Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.

Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.

Quick facts

5 mins Easy Approx. 10.9% ABV 1.8 units Cubed ice
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