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Recipe provided by Fruitbelt Tart Sparkling Tonic
Rooted in the orchards of Michigan, Fruitbelt Tart Sparkling Tonic collaborates with fruit growers throughout The Mitten State to source the best tart fruit and encourage the re-introduction of ‘forgotten’ crops to the fruit-growing landscape. In fusing a variety of ‘orchard botanicals’ into their bitters, they honor the visible and non-visible processes and species who sustain and enliven the orchard. Made in Michigan and founded in 2013 by Michigan Gazzolo and Beth Denton. Fruitbelt is an every day treat deserving of a spot in your fridge. It's is delicious as a stand alone beverage and also delightful mixed.
We challenged our friends at Fruitbelt Tart Sparkling Tonic to come up with a one-of-a-kind fall cocktail recipe using one of their tonics, and they did not disappoint! This flavorful Caramel Apple concoction is sure to become your go-to all season long. Check out the recipe below, and join us in raising a glass to the season that brings us hay rides, plaid, & pumpkins!
Caramel Apple Cocktail
ingredients
salted caramel
caramel whiskey or vodka
apple dandelion Fruitbelt tonic
caramel apple garnish
brown sugar
directions
Stir caramel whiskey and apple dandelion Fruitbelt Tonic until chilled.
Strain over ice in a glass rimmed with brown sugar.
Garnish with a caramel-dipped apple slice.