Washington Apple Shot Recipe

Washington Apple Shots pack a flavorful punch, combining the crispness of a juicy apple with a kick of whiskey!

Washington Apple Shots

Imagine condensing all the crisp, refreshing flavors of a juicy apple into a shot glass, with a warming kick of whiskey to round it out. The delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors is what has made Washington Apple shots a fan favorite for years!

This is essentially a smaller version of the classic Washington Apple cocktail, a boozy homage to Washington State’s famous apple orchards. It’s believed to have been created as a way to celebrate the region’s bounty and as a quick, refreshing drink. This recipe is quite simple to make, with just 3 key ingredients: whiskey, sour apple schnapps, and cranberry juice.

The beauty lies in the perfect balance between the sweet and tart apple notes, subtly balanced by the smooth whiskey. Be warned, though – these shots are dangerously delicious and definitely do pack a punch! So, gather your friends, raise a glass to good times, and embrace the delightful tang and warmth of the Washington Apple Shot! Just remember, enjoy responsibly!

Ingredients

• 4 Ounces Whiskey
• 4 Ounces Sour Apple Schnapps
• 4 Ounces Cranberry Juice

Optional Garnish Ideas

• Apple Slices
• Maraschino Cherries

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• Cocktail Jigger (for measuring liquor amounts)
• Boston Cocktail Shaker Set (contains shakers, jigger, strainer)
• 2 ounce Shot Glasses

Recipe intended for readers 21+

Instructions

1. Combine all the liquid ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Shake well to combine and chill.
3. Strain evenly among shot glasses.
4. Top with an apple slice as a garnish.

Prep Tips

• Yield – This recipe as written will yield six 2-ounce shots.
• Whiskey – You can make this a 2 ingredient recipe by using Crown Royal Apple and cranberry juice. Since Crown Royal Apple is already infused with apple flavor, you don’t need to add the apple pucker/schnapps. Instead, just use equal parts Crown Royal Apple and cranberry juice.
• Cranberry – You can use either cranberry juice or cranberry juice cocktail, whichever you prefer or have on hand. Keep in mind that unsweetened cranberry juice will be very tart!

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