Ingredients for - Appletini
How to cook deliciously - Appletini
1. Stage
Prep the apples: Core and roughly chop the washed apples.
2. Stage
Make the tart apple syrup: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the apples, water, and sugar. Bring the apple mixture to a boil, and then reduce heat to low. Simmer until the apples are tender but not falling apart, 15 to 20 minutes.
3. Stage
Cool the tart apple syrup: Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
4. Stage
Strain the tart apple syrup: Strain solids through a fine mesh strainer into an airtight container. Either use immediately in your cocktail or refrigerate until ready to use.
5. Stage
Make the cocktail and serve: To make the cocktail, combine vodka, Calvados apple brandy, 3/4 ounce tart apple syrup, and lemon juice into a cocktail shaker 2/3 filled with ice. Shake for 20 seconds until cold to the touch, then strain into a cocktail coupe or small Martini glass. Garnish with an apple slice. Serve.