Take your game day tailgate to the next level this fall with this recipe for the ultimate apple cider mojitos.
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The Ultimate Apple Cider Mojitos For Game Day
Don’t judge me, but I am not a big beer fan. I know. It’s not very “football-y” of me, right? (And yes, I just made that a word.)
But I do enjoy mixed drinks. These fall-inspired apple cider mojitos are delish and the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
It’s the perfect cocktail for a backyard tailgate party on game day or any of your seasonal get-togethers.
Ingredients for The Ultimate Apple Cider Game Day Mojitos
- 1 ounce lime juice (bottled for freshly squeezed)
- ½ ounce simple syrup
- 1 ½ ounces premium white rum
- 3 ounces apple cider
- 2 ounces club soda
- 8 fresh mint leaves (plus more to garnish)
- lime wedges and apple slices (for garnish_
Instructions for The Ultimate Apple Cider Game Day Mojitos
1 . Prepare The Mojito Mix
Using a muddler, muddle the mint and lime wedges in a cocktail mixing glass.
Note: If you don’t have one, the end of a wooden spoon will work too.
Next, pour in 1 ounce of lime juice, 1/2 ounce of simple syrup, and 1 and 1/2 ounces of premium white rum.
2 . Infuse With Apple Cider
Next, pour 3 ounces of crisp apple cider into the mojito mix.
The cider gives your mojitos a seasonal twist, making them the perfect cocktail for fall!
3 . Add Mint
To add a refreshing twist, toss in a generous handful of fresh mint leaves.
Gently muddle the mint to infuse your mojito with a burst of cool and refreshing flavor.
4 . Shake And Serve
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes, and pour in your mojito mix. Give it a vigorous shake to combine all the flavors, and strain the mojito into your cocktail glass.
5 . Garnish And Enjoy
Finish by garnishing your apple cider mojitos with a slice of fresh apple and a lime wedge.
Add an additional mint garnish as desired Then sit back, relax, sip, and enjoy!
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The Ultimate Apple Cider Mojitos For Game Day
There you have it! These Ultimate apple cider mojitos are sure to take your game day festivities to a whole new level!
With a blend of crisp apple cider, zesty lime, and refreshing mint, this cocktail will undoubtedly become one of your fall favorites!
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Recipe for the Ultimate Apple Cider Game Day Mojitos
The Ultimate Apple Cider Game Day Mojitos
Ingredients
- 1 oz lime juice
- ½ oz simple syrup
- 1 ½ ozs white rum
- 3 ozs apple cider
- 2 ozs club soda
- 8 fresh mint leaves (plus more to garnish)
- 2 lime wedges (and extra to garnish)
- 2 apple slices (to garnish)
Instructions
- Add the mint and lime wedges to a cocktail glass and muddle together with a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon.
- Pour in the lime juice, simple syrup, rum, and cider.
- Fill the glass with ice and mix. Top with a garnish of mint leaves and apple and lime wedges. Enjoy!
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These sound delish and just right for our annual Apple Cup tailgate. Can this be made in a pitcher for more than 1 drink at a time. Gotta lot of thirsty Husky fans here!
Hi Corinne,
Yes, you can absolutely increase the recipe to make a pitcher. Just increase the proportions of each ingredient equally to make the necessary amount. A standard pitcher is around 32 ounces, so if you quadrupled the recipe you should be able to get about 4 drinks (1 8-ounce cup each) out of a pitcher.
I hope that helps!
I can’t wait to make these cocktails…yum! Love the cute little football flags you used too.
Thank you, AnnMarie! Happy weekend and hope you have fun tailgating this season!
I want to try this! It looks so good Jen! xo
Thank you, Stacy. It is delish. Happy weekend and cheers to football season!
These looks so delicious Jen! I love mojitos and this sounds like the perfect combination of flavors!
It is dangerously good.😘 Thank you, Michele!
Jen,
I love apple cider so I’m definitely going to try this recipe!
Thanks, Rachel. I hope you enjoy it!