Caramel Apple Cider Spritz
Makes 1 cocktail | Caramel vodka infusion: 2–3 days
A bubbly fall cocktail with homemade caramel-infused vodka, apple cider, and Prosecco.
Caramel-infused vodka:
2 cups vodka
12 soft caramel candies
For one spritz:
2 tablespoons caramel syrup, for the rim
Cinnamon sugar, for the rim
2 ounces caramel-infused vodka
¼ cup apple cider, or to taste
2–3 ounces Prosecco
Apple slices, cinnamon sticks, and star anise, for garnish
Ice
Directions:
Make the caramel vodka: combine vodka and soft caramels in a clean jar, seal, and shake well. Let sit for 2–3 days, shaking occasionally to help the caramel dissolve. Strain into a clean bottle.
Pour caramel syrup onto a shallow plate and cinnamon sugar onto another plate. Dip the rim of a spritz glass into the caramel syrup, then into the cinnamon sugar.
Fill the glass with ice. Add 2 ounces caramel vodka and ¼ cup apple cider. Top with 2–3 ounces Prosecco.
Garnish with sliced apples, a cinnamon stick, and star anise. Serve immediately.
Make-ahead note: Prepare the caramel vodka at least 2 days before serving.