Caramel Apple Martini Recipe

Now, the Caramel Apple Martini is one drink I perennial return to every autumn, but it is so good that it could just as easily be drunk at any time of the year. The taste combines smooth, crisp, mildly tart, and the perfect utterly satisfying caramel finish, made to feel like you’re drinking a caramel apple by a cozy bonfire.

Indeed, it is a very simple task to do so: five minutes, a shaker, and there you go. This is the cocktail you would want when you want to show off to your guests, but it also works for when you want something sweet after dinner.

What is Caramel Apple Martini Recipe?

This Caramel Apple Martini is the definition of what dessert cocktails ought to be: Imbibed with the taste of green apple dipped in caramel.

With a mouthful of smoothness, sweetness, and tanginess in one glass, it is balanced out by an apple-flavored vodka or apple schnapps and preferably a sweet caramel liqueur or syrup.

That nostalgic taste awakens in your mouth when you go take a bite of a crisp Granny Smith apple that’s all gooey in caramel with a dash of liquor for an adult twist.

Ingredients

For One Martini:

• 2 ounces of apple vodka
• 1 ounce caramel vodka (or 1 tbsp caramel syrup)
• 1 oz vanilla vodka (optional for creaminess)
• ½ oz lemon juice (for tartness)
• Ice cubes

Garnish (optional but fun):

• For drizzling the glass, caramel sauce is used.
• Apple slice or caramel candy

How to Make a Caramel Apple Martini

1. Drizzle some caramel: For a fancy touch, do a swirl drizzle of caramel sauce on the inside of the glass.
2. Chill the glass: Put the martini glass in the fridge or fill it with ice water while getting everything ready.
3. Shake for about 15 seconds: Fill a shaker with ice and add all ingredients. Shake like crazy.
4. Discard ice water from the glass if you used it, and then strain the mix into the glass.
5. Garnish the drink and serve – Either slide an apple slice on the rim or drop in a caramel candy for extra fun!

Storage Tips

• It’s best to serve this drink freshly made, but you can pre-batch it without ice and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
• If you are setting up for a party, be sure to batch it in a pitcher and shake over ice right before serving.

Serving Ideas

• Chill your classic martini glass with caramel on the rim.
• Pairs wonderfully with warm desserts such as apple pie or cinnamon donuts.
• Want another way to show off to your guests? Rim some crushed graham crackers and caramel syrup for an extra pie-like punch.

Pro Tips and Variations

• Feeling that it’s too sweet? Fix that by adding lemon juice to balance things out.
• To Make it really creamy-add some more half-and-half to it, or use RumChata.No caramel vodka?
• Use vanilla vodka with some caramel syrup mixed in.
• Switch out the schnapps for chilled apple cider for an apple cider twist. Make it lighter.

FAQs

Can this be made as a non-alcoholic drink?

It sure can! You can substitute the alcohol for apple juice and caramel syrup with a little bit of lemon for tang.

Is it super sweet?

It’s sweet but balanced. Adjust lemon juice or use less caramel to dial it back.

What if I don’t have a shaker?

Use a mason jar with a lid and give this a good shake.

Is it dairy-free?

Sure-if you would omit any cream-based liqueurs or dairy add-ins.

Final Sip

If ever there was a fall cocktail that warranted a place on your roster, that’s the Caramel Apple Martini-for folks who enjoy caramel apple flavoring. It’s easy and delicious enough to be mistaken for something you might get at a fancy bar. Now shake it; you’re going to love it.