This easy apple martini is the perfect cocktail for apple lovers! This cocktail has only four ingredients and is ready in minutes.
Recipe Inspiration
The appletini had a moment in the 90s - but it's making a comeback! This apple martini recipe is great for the fall.
The green apple flavor is delicious. This cocktail is great for Halloween - I'm going to make one watching the new Hocus Pocus movie! You could even serve this at Thanksgiving!
Use an apple slice garnish to finish the drink.
If you're looking for more delicious drinks, check out our Espresso Martini, Sidecar Cocktail, or French Martini recipes.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Here's why you'll love this easy cocktail recipe.
Refreshing - This cocktail is so refreshing. I love this drink on a crisp cool day in the fall.
Fun - Your guests will love this cocktail! The sour apple pucker is delicious.
Easy - Although the flavor is complex, this drink is so easy to make! There are just a few ingredients and minimal steps to make this recipe.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need for this delicious cocktail recipe:
- Vodka - Any brand of vodka is great
- Green Apple Schnapps - You can substitute sour apple schnapps or any other sour apple liqueur
- Lemon Juice - Fresh lemon juice if possible!
- Apple Slice - For garnish
Directions
Let's make this recipe together!
Step 1
Combine vodka, green apple schnapps, and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
Step 2
Shake, then strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with an apple slice and serve in a chilled glass.
Expert Tips and Tricks
Get Creative - Experiment with different flavor profiles! You can use flavored vodkas, add in apple juice, or get creative with your garnishes.
Use Correct Glassware - This cocktail is perfect in a coupe glass or a martini glass! Bonus points if you chill the glass.
Make Ahead - You can definitely make this cocktail ahead of time. When you're ready to serve, give it a quick shake and add in ice.
Kitchen Equipment
Here is some kitchen equipment you will need for this green apple martini recipe. You can find all of these products on Amazon.
Cocktail Shaker - This cocktail shaker is our favorite. It never sticks and it's great for so many different cocktails.
Coupe Glass - We love serving this cocktail in a coupe glass. This one is one of my favorites! You could also use martini glasses for this drink.
Strainer - This cocktail strainer is great for making cocktails at home.
Recipe Substitutions/Variations
Here are some common recipe substitutions and variations for this apple martini recipe.
Vodka - You can use flavored vodka if you'd like - green apple vodka would be a great choice. Or, use caramel vodka for a caramel apple martini!
Garnish - Garish the cocktail with green apple slices, a cinnamon stick, or a cinnamon sugar rim.
Schnapps Substitutions - You can use apple juice, apple cider, or apple brandy as a substitute for schnapps in this appletini recipe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Apple martinis are made of vodka, apple schnapps, and lemon juice and an apple slice garnish.
An appletini, like most cocktails, has a high alcohol content. You can reduce the alcohol content by reducing the amount of vodka and adding in apple juice.
The apple martini was invented at a West Hollywood restaurant - Lola's. The owner, Loren "Lola" Dunsworth, created the martini with Ketel One vodka.
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Apple Martini
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- ½ oz green apple schnapps
- ½ oz lemon juice
- Apple slice for garnish
Instructions
- Combine vodka, green apple schnapps, and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake, then strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with an apple slice and serve.
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