Looking for the perfect fall cocktail? This Fireball Apple Cider drink is warm, cozy, and packed with cinnamon-spiced flavor. It’s the ultimate easy drink for chilly nights, tailgates, bonfires, or even Thanksgiving!
Whether you’re hosting a party or just want something fun to sip, this hot apple cider cocktail is a crowd-pleaser. You only need two ingredients and a few minutes to make it!
We are sharing tips to help you get the best results when making this recipe. If you don’t need the tips, scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and printable recipe card.
⭐ Why You’ll Love this Recipe ⭐
So easy – just 2 ingredients
Ready in minutes
Tastes like fall in a mug
Great for parties or cozy nights in
🧾 Ingredients
📌 Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full ingredients list with quantities and step-by-step instructions!
- Apple Cider, hot or chilled
- Fireball Whiskey
- Red Apple Slices (optional garnish)
- Cinnamon Sticks (optional garnish)
- Whole Star Anise (optional garnish)
- Fresh Rosemary Sprigs (optional garnish)
🔪 How to Make
If you’re serving it cold, start by adding ice to your glass. If you prefer it warm, heat up the apple cider until it’s hot.
Pour the Fireball into your glass, then fill it the rest of the way with apple cider.
Add garnishes like apple slices, cinnamon sticks, star anise, or rosemary if you’d like. Enjoy!
⭐ Pro Tips ⭐
- Make it a batch – Serving a crowd? Warm a full pitcher of cider on the stove and stir in the Fireball just before serving.
- Not a fan of hot drinks? – This also tastes great over ice for a cold version!
- Want it sweeter? – Add a splash of caramel syrup or maple syrup to make it dessert-like.
- Keep leftovers in a sealed bottle, jar, or container in the fridge for up to 1 week. You can also freeze it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
- If you’re serving it over ice with garnishes, use a glass bigger than 12 ounces so it doesn’t overflow.
- Want to mellow the flavor? Add a splash of ginger ale for a lighter, bubbly twist.
📖 Variations
Apple Pie Cider – Add a splash of vanilla vodka along with Fireball.
Spiked Cider Bar – Set out mugs, warm cider, and a variety of liquors like Fireball, caramel vodka, and spiced rum so guests can mix their own.
Non-alcoholic version – Use cinnamon-flavored simple syrup instead of whisky for a family-friendly version.
Fireball vs Other Cinnamon Liqueurs
You might wonder, is Fireball the same as a cinnamon schnapps or liqueur? Not quite. Fireball has a bold cinnamon flavor with a little heat, which pairs perfectly with the sweet, tart flavor of apple cider. You can substitute with another cinnamon spirit, but the drink won’t have the same kick!
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Equipment
- 12+ Ounce Cocktail Glass
Ingredients
- 7 Ounces Apple Cider hot or chilled
- 3 Ounces Fireball Whiskey
- Red Apple Slices optional garnish
- Cinnamon Sticks optional garnish
- Whole Star Anise optional garnish
- Fresh Rosemary Sprigs optional garnish
Directions
- If you’re having your cider chilled, add ice to your glass before getting started. If you’re having it hot, be sure your apple cider is nice and warm.
- Add the Fireball to the glass and top with the apple cider.
- Garnish with red apple slices, cinnamon sticks, whole star anise, and fresh rosemary, if desired, and enjoy!
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