It’s official. Fall is in full swing. Pumpkin carving, apple picking, walking on crunchy leaves – we can’t get enough of it. So, we're celebrating this beloved season in the best way we know how – with a cocktail in hand.

Of course, you can't raise a glass with just any, run-of-the-mill cocktail. No, this season deserves a special toast. Our cocktail of choice? The Apple Ginger Smash. It’s crisp, slightly sweet, with a hint of spice – the perfect complement to season.

Here’s our recipe:

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WHAT YOU'LL NEED

2 slices fresh ginger

1.5 oz. gin

2 tsp. sugar

1.5 oz. apple cider

.75 oz. fresh lemon juice

2 oz. ginger ale

Sprig of rosemary

Slice of apple

Ice

MASH IT UP

Muddle the ginger and sugar together in a cocktail shaker.

SHAKE, SHAKE, SHAKE

Add the remaining ingredients and enough ice to fill a cocktail glass. Shake it up, and then pour (unstrained) into your glass.

FINISHING TOUCHES

Dress it up with with a sprig of rosemary. For a little something extra, throw a thin apple slice on top.  

DRINK UP!

Now, just kick back and cozy up. 

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