The holidays are a special time to gather with your favorite crew. And you can take your gathering to the next level with a hand-crafted drink that has the delicious flavors of the season!

Imagine this: Sailor Jerry's adventurous kick, Fireball's spicy charm and the cozy hug of apple cider, all hanging out together in a shaker, ready to fuel your holiday get together.

Whether you're relaxing at home or hosting a family shindig, this seasonally inspired drink will be the life of your holiday bash.

Join us as we dive into the holidays, swapping stories, clinking glasses and sharing this awesome drink.

Let's raise our glasses and cheers to the good times ahead! Here's to making memories and sharing laughter over a drink that'll amp up the holiday spirit in the coolest way possible.

Spiced Apple Smash Cocktail

Individual Recipe

You will need:

• A small shaker

• A large shaker

• 3/4oz of Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum

• 3/4oz of Fireball Whisky

• 4oz of apple cider

• 1 apple, diced

• Mint sprigs (optional)

• Ice

Steps

1. Prepare the apple by washing and then dicing it. Set aside.

2. In the larger shaker, combine the Sailor Jerry, Fireball, apple cider and diced apple.

3. Fill the small shaker half full of ice, add to the large shaker and shake well to chill.

4. Pour into a highball glass and top with ice if needed.

5. Optional: Place a mint sprig into the glass as a garnish.

 

Group Recipe (Serves 4-6)

You will need:

• A jumbo cocktail shaker

• A large shaker

• 6oz Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum

• 6oz Fireball Whisky 

• 2 cups of Apple Cider

• 2-3 apples, diced

• Mint sprigs (optional)

• Ice

Steps

• Prepare the apples by washing, cutting and dicing them. Set aside.

• In the jumbo shaker, combine the Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, Fireball Whiskey, apple cider, and diced apples.

• Fill a large shaker full of ice, add it to the jumbo shaker and shake well to chill.

• Pour the drink into highball glasses over fresh ice if needed.

• Optional: Garnish each glass with a sprig of mint for added presentation.

So there you have it—-a delicious, crowd-pleasing drink that's set to jazz up your holiday gatherings! It's time to mix, sip, and spread the cheer with this Spiced Apple Smash.

We'd love to see how you put your spin on this festive concoction! Share your take on the Spiced Apple Smash with us on social media! Tag @LazyDogRestaurants and let's create a community of spirited holiday celebrations together. Don’t want the hassle of making it at home? Come on by and enjoy it at your local Lazy Dog Restaurant for a limited time. We can’t wait to serve you.

From all of us here at Lazy Dog Restaurants, we wish you a joyful and spirited holiday season filled with warmth, love, and lots of tasty sips. Cheers to making this time extraordinary in the most delicious way possible!