In the Limelight: Apple

Crisp, sweet, and unmistakably tied to the season, apples signal the arrival of fall—bringing thoughts of cozy baked goods, spiced ciders, and orchard-fresh flavors.

Beloved by 91% of consumers (Datassential), the apple is one of the world’s most popular fruits, with more than 7,500 varieties grown globally. Beyond its versatility behind the bar, apples also offer health benefits, rich in fiber and antioxidants that support heart, gut, and brain health. To showcase just how adaptable this ingredient can be in cocktails, Monin shares a lineup of recipes featuring everything from their Granny Smith Apple Purée to Classic Apple Syrup and comforting Caramel Apple Butter.

Liqueur, Rum

Caramel Apple Mai Tai

by Michael Moberly, Beverage Innovation Manager

Ingredients

• 1 oz. Monin Caramel Apple Butter Syrup
• 2 oz. Premium Gold Rum
• ½ oz. Grand Marnier Orange Liqueur
• 1 oz. Pineapple Juice
• ½ oz. Fresh Lime Juice

• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
• Glassware: 12 oz. Tiki
• Garnish: Dehydrated Pineapple, Apple Slice, Cinnamon
• Stick, Pineapple Frond

Preparation

1. Fill serving glass full of ice.
2. Pour ingredients into mixing glass with 2/3 ice in order listed.
3. Cap, shake and strain into serving glass with ice.
4. Add garnish and serve.

Whiskey

Heartland Highball

by Michael Moberly, Beverage Innovation Manager

Ingredients

• ¾ oz. Monin Apple Syrup
• 2 oz. Bourbon
• 1 dash Angostura Bitters
• Soda, to top
• Glassware: 16 oz. Collins
• Garnish: Apple Slice, Expressed Lemon Peel

Preparation

1. Fill serving glass full of ice.
2. Pour ingredients into serving glass in order listed.
3. Pour mixture into mixing tin and back into serving glass to mix.
4. Add garnish and serve.

Liqueur, Vodka

Harvest Cosmo

by Michael Moberly, Beverage Innovation Manager

Ingredients

• ½ oz. Monin Apple Syrup
• 1 ½ oz. Vodka
• ½ oz. Cointreau
• ½ oz. Fresh Lime Juice
• 1 oz. Cranberry Juice
• Glassware: 8 oz. Coupe
• Garnish: Green Apple Round

Preparation

1. Chill serving glass.
2. Pour ingredients into mixing glass with 2/3 ice in order listed.
3. Cap, shake and strain into chilled serving glass.
4. Add garnish and serve.

Non-Alcoholic

Jolly(ish) Rancher

by Julia Melucci, Beverage Innovation Director

Ingredients

• 1 oz. Monin Granny Smith Apple Syrup
• ½ oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
• 2 oz. White Cranberry Juice
• 2 oz. Green Tea
• Glassware: 12 oz.
• Garnish: Gummy Candy

Preparation

1. Fill serving glass full of ice.
2. Pour ingredients into mixing tin or order listed.
3. Add ice from serving glass.
4. Cap, shake and pour back into serving glass.
5. Add garnish and serve.

Non-Alcoholic

Apple Pie Shake

by Angela Thompson, Senior Beverage Innovation Director

Ingredients

• 1 oz. Monin Apple Syrup
• 1 oz. Monin Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup
• 4 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream
• 2 oz. Milk
• Glassware: 16 oz.
• Garnish: Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Mini Apple Pie, Whipped Cream

Preparation

1. Add ingredients into blender cup in order listed.
2. Cap and blend until smooth.
3. Pour into serving glass, add garnish and serve.