It’s warm, it’s woodsy, it’s an autumn-inspired highball combining smoky rye whiskey with fall flavors. With a crisp chill in the air, this is the perfect fall cocktail that balances sweet and spice with a fun, fizzy element.
Fruity
Smoky
Spiced
Ingredients
1 ½ oz Pollinator Bonfire Rye
1 oz fresh apple cider
2-3 oz ginger beer
½ oz pear nectar
½ oz fresh lemon juice
2 dashes Angostura bitters
¼ oz maple syrup (optional)
1 pinch smoked sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Build the base: Add the Bonfire Rye, fresh apple cider, pear nectar, lemon juice, Angostura bitters, (optional) maple syrup, and smoked sea salt to an ice-filled shaker.
Shake and strain: Shake the base firmly for 8-10 seconds and strain into a chilled highball glass with ice.
Add the fizz: Top with 2-3 oz of chilled ginger beer. Stir lightly to avoid reducing the carbonation.
Garnish and serve: Garnish with a thin apple slice, rosemary sprig, or even a lemon twist.
