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Caramel Apple Butterscotch Cocktail

Caramel apple butterscotch cocktail with a caramel-drizzled coupe and a shaken, golden amber finish. Bright apple cider and apple vodka balance sweet butterscotch schnapps for a smooth, lightly spiced drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
chilling to set caramel drizzle 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Butterscotch base and apple flavors
  • 2 oz butterscotch schnapps
  • 1.5 oz apple vodka or regular vodka Use apple vodka for the strongest apple flavor.
  • 1 oz apple cider
  • 0.5 oz caramel vodka or 1 tablespoon caramel sauce Use caramel vodka for a smoother blend; swap in caramel sauce if preferred.
  • 1 oz cream or half-and-half (optional for creamier version) Optional for a creamier texture.
  • 1 ice for shaking Enough to chill and dilute properly.
Garnish
  • 1 caramel drizzle inside the glass Refrigerate to set after drizzling.
  • 1 thin apple slice For garnish only.
  • 1 cinnamon stick For garnish only.

Method
 

Chill and set the caramel glass
  1. Drizzle caramel sauce inside a chilled coupe or martini glass, coating the sides for a streaked look, then refrigerate for 10 minutes to set.
  2. Make sure the glass feels cold to the touch before proceeding so the drink stays crisp when strained.
Shake the cocktail
  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add butterscotch schnapps, apple vodka, apple cider, caramel vodka, and cream if using.
  3. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
Strain and garnish
  1. Double-strain the cocktail into the prepared caramel glass for a smooth, clear finish.
  2. Garnish with a thin apple slice and a cinnamon stick, then serve immediately.

Notes

Pro tip: drizzle the caramel thinly and rotate the glass as you drizzle so it sets into decorative streaks. Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 24 hours, but the caramel drizzle may soften—best enjoyed the day it’s made. Freezing isn’t recommended due to separation. For a lower-sugar swap, use an unsweetened apple cider and reduce or omit the caramel sauce portion (or use caramel vodka if it fits your preference).