How to Make an Apple-Apricot-Lime Cooler | The Cupboard Drawer Recipe Book

Fall is when the harvest comes in, especially the Apple Harvest. The smell of hot apple cider is like a welcoming hug when you come in out of the cool air. But what about midday when it might still be a bit on the warm side? Here is a recipe that preserves the fall theme of apple cider but with a refreshing splash on the warmer days. Hope you enjoy….

1 Qt Apple Cider

2 Cups Apricot Nectar

Juice of six Limes fresh squeezed (approx 3 tbls of lime juice)

Club Soda

Sliced Limes

1. In a large bowl, combine the cider, apricot nectar, and lime juice; Mix well.
2. Pour over Ice cubes in a tall glass to approx ¾ full.
3. Top off with Club Soda, and a slice of Lime

Frosty Adult Alternate

1. Combine Cider mix, club soda, add a shot of tequila and ice in the blender; blend on high to slushie texture,
2. Sit Back and Relax on the Patio and watch the sun go down…..

The Recipe above yields 6-8 servings

Hope this beats the late heat for ya ….