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Bourbon Apple Cider Slush

A cool and frosty autumn drink made ahead with apple cider and bourbon, perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 7 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Beverage, Cocktail
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 317
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 cups apple cider Choose fresh, good-quality apple cider.
  • 3 cups bourbon A smooth, mid-range bourbon works well.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 teaspoon apple pie spice Add for more familiar fall-spice flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Add to enhance the cider's aroma.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Set out a freezer-safe pitcher or plastic container with enough room for the mixture to expand. Leave several inches of space at the top.
  2. Pour the apple cider and bourbon into the container. Stir until they are well combined. If desired, stir in apple pie spice or vanilla extract.
Freezing
  1. Cover the container and place it in the freezer for at least 8 hours, or overnight.
Serving
  1. When ready to serve, take the container out of the freezer and let it stand for 3 to 5 minutes.
  2. Stir thoroughly to mix in any liquid that has pooled at the bottom. If the slush is too firm, let it stand longer and stir again.
  3. Serve in small glasses, or return to the freezer if not serving immediately.
Storage
  1. Transfer any leftovers to an airtight, freezer-safe container, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  2. Let the mixture stand briefly and stir until slushy before serving again.

Notes

Leave headroom in the container to accommodate expansion during freezing. Serve only to adults of legal drinking age, and clearly label as alcoholic.