The warm fall flavors of this Nutty Apple Martini make this the PERFECT fall cocktail!
Happy Thirsty Thursday guys! Today, there’s cause for celebration. It’s the BHK’s two year anniversary! So today we’re treating ourselves and boozin’ it up with my new fall favorite cocktail, The Nutty Apple Martini! Cheers!
Wow, like where the heck did two years go??? It feels like I just started the blog yesterday. Not sure my husband Tom would say the same thing though! I’m not gonna lie, this is one of the toughest jobs I’ve ever had, but absolutely the most personally rewarding. It’s been challenging at times, but I’ve learned so much over the past two years I think I’ve even impressed my boys. For years, I’ve said to my husband Tom that I wish I knew what I wanted to be when I grew up. (Yes, even at my age!) But I’ve finally found the job that I truly LOVE waking up for everyday!
Today’s cocktail, The Nutty Apple Martini was the signature cocktail for last weekend’s dinner party at the BHK. My friends loved it! This martini screams fall! The star of the show here is the Pecan Vodka from my friends at Cathead Distillery in Mississippi. I know, Pecan Vodka! The aromas of the roasted pecans provide the perfect sweetness that combines with the richness of the pecans for a amazing nutty finish. Add some fresh apple cider, a small splash of my favorite ginger liqueur, Domaine de Canton, a crisp apple slice and a cinnamon sugar rim and we’ve got one amazing fall cocktail here! Perfect for a celebration!
And there would be no celebration without you my friends. Each and every one of your comments is appreciated and make the work I do here so incredibly worth it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart ♥ for following along at the BHK! Cheers!
Love….MaryAnn
Ingredients
- Cinnamon Sugar Rim:
- 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
- maple syrup
- 3 oz. apple cider
- 2 oz. Pecan Vodka
- 1/2 oz. Domain de Canton Ginger Liqueur
- Apple slices rubbed with lemon juice and cinnamon sticks for garnish if desired
Instructions
- Pour some maple syrup on a small, shallow plate. Combine sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl until well blended. Pour mixture onto another shallow plate. First, dip the rim of your martini glass in the maple syrup, turning to coat. Then dip the glass into the cinnamon sugar mixture. set aside.
- Add ice, apple cider, Pecan Vodka and Domaine de Canton to a cocktail shaker and shake vigorously.
- Pour into prepared glass. Garnish with apple slice and/or cinnamon stick.
I just wanted to mention the Pecan Vodka featured in today’s cocktail was a gift from my friends at Cathead Distillery.
Congratulations on 2 years!! This looks like THE ultimate holiday cocktail. Bottoms up!
Thanks Alida! Cheers!
Happy 2 year blog-iversary, Mary Ann! It has been so much fun following your blog! I’ve genuinely loved getting to know you and your food-drinks are always beyond amazing!! Speaking of, this Nutty Apple Martini is off the hook!! Pecan vodka???!!! I HAVE to get my hands on a bottle (or 3) of that!!! Love the flavors going on here and that rim is just perfect! Pinned of course. Cheers- to another 2 years of blogging success! <3
Thanks so much Chey! So glad you’ve been following along! I LOVE No Spoon Necessary too! You’ve taught me more than a few things along the way and I am continually inspired by your creativity! Now go get some of this Pecan Vodka!! Happy weekend! Cheers! XO
Congratulations Mary Ann, you are doing a wonderful job with this blog. All the work and effort shows. It has been fun following you. Prost ???? my friend.
Thank you so much Gerlinde! You have been a loyal follower from the beginning and your comments are always appreciated my friend! Prost!
Congrats on 2 years of amazing work, Mom! The cocktail looks awesome, much better than the cheap beer I drink here in Ann Arbor!
Thanks Case! I LOVE you! XO Yo Mama
I love celebrations and I love cocktails. Most of all I love you! Congratulations. We are very proud of you, Tom, Sean and Casey!
Oh, I know you do! XXXXXOOOOO
Congratulations Mary Ann! Two years is no small feat! I look forward to your posts every week! They’re so warm and inviting! Not to mention delicious! Keep up the great work, my friend! This cocktail is a beauty!!
Thanks Annie! Two years honestly blew right by! I’m so glad I found your blog too! Lots of deliciousness goin’ on over at Ciaochowbambina too! Cheers!
Happy two years lady! You should be so proud of the beautiful work you produce. Your photography is so beautiful.
Thanks Karen! You know how much hard work goes into this gig! Love getting to do what I enjoy! Happy weekend! XO
Happy Anniversary, Mary Ann! That’s so exciting! I’m so intrigued by this drink! I never knew Pecan Vodka even existed! It sounds delicious. This is a perfect holiday cocktail. Cheers, my friend!
Thanks so much Caroline! The pecan vodka is just delicious! We enjoyed this cocktail last weekend with friends and everyone loved it. Have a wonderful weekend.
Hooray Mary Ann! Happy Anni! That two year milestone… can you imagine where you’ll be two years from now! SO exciting and I’m SO happy for you! What a fabulous way to cele.. with a good stiff drink! hehe! I’m loving that pecan vodka. A friend of mine infuses vodka and I’ve seen him do this with peaches (I know, right??)… But I’ve gotta look for this at the store! SO good! Yay YOU!! Holding up a glass to cheer you on my dear! What’s next for BHK! xo
You know Traci…it’s been a crazy busy two years! Almost too busy at times, but I finally feel like I’m moving in the right direction. Thank you for all your advice/help along the way. I really appreciate it. Wow, peach vodka sounds amazing. You’ve got to get your hands on some of this pecan vodka from Cathead! It’s just as good as their honeysuckle, but perfect for fall with the apple cider and ginger liqueur. Have a wonderful weekend! XO
Congratulations, Mary Ann! Your site is so gorgeous it would seem that you’ve been doing this for much longer. I love hearing about you and Tom and your boys (and Tucker too), your recipes are always delicious and the photos beautiful! Love this martini – perfect fall drink! Here’s to many more years of BHK!
Thank you so much Geraldine! I’m so happy you enjoy stopping by the blog! You know how much work running a blog is, so I thought a cocktail this year to celebrate was a good idea! Hope your Thanksgiving plans are going well! Happy weekend! XO
Happy bloggiversary, Mary Ann! This cocktail sounds incredible! I need to get my hands on some pecan vodka, STAT. Beautiful photos as always :-)
Thanks so much Stephanie! Yes, you do! It’s perfect with the cider and the splash of ginger liqueur. Hope you can score some! Happy Thirsty Thursday!
Gorgeous martini Mary Ann, this is the perfect holiday cocktail! And happy blogiversary to you (today is my blogiversary as well!)!
Thanks Laura! Wow, happy blogiversary to you too!! Hope you have a wonderful weekend!
CONGRATS!!! I am so happy to have found your beautiful, beautiful site, and to have made a new blogger friend. Cheers (with these delectable martinis of course) to you, Mary Ann! xo
Thanks Kate! These will be served all throughout Thanksgiving weekend at our house! So glad I found your blog too! Happy Fri-yay!
I am such a huge fan of yours Mary Ann, congratulations! And this drink – it’s exactly what I need to end the week on a happy note!
Thank you so much Matt. I’m a huge fan of yours too! Along with my boys! Hope you have a wonderful weekend! Cheers!
I am SO intrigued by the pecan vodka! Yum! Happy Anniversary!
Oh, it’s good Jennifer! Really good! Thanks so much!
Wow! Congratulations on your 2 year anniversary of BHK. These photos are OFF THE HOOK. So inviting and I don’t even drink. :) Gorgeous. Have a wonderful weekend MaryAnn.
Awww, thanks Kevin! You have a fabulous weekend too!
Congratulations…love your blog. What a perfect cocktail to celebrate and your photos are outstanding.
Thanks so much Karen! So glad you’re following along! This is my new fall favorite cocktail! Happy Friday! Enjoy your weekend.
Happy Anniversary, Mary Ann! I’m so glad I found you and your amazing blog! That martini sounds like the perfect way to celebrate and I really want some of that pecan vodka!
Thanks Rachelle! So glad I found yours too! I thought you might like this one! Happy weekend! XO
Woot Woot! Congrats on hitting the 2 year marker. Your blog is gorgeous and I love the idea of virtually sharing a toast to your accomplishments all the way from the West Coast. I love martinis and this one is right up my alley. Cheers!
Yay! So glad you like this one Cindy! Cheers to a wonderful weekend!
Pecan vodka sounds divine, cheers to 2 years!!
Thanks Gina! Cheers!
What a really great fall drink! :)
Thanks Tieghan! Cheers!
Congrats on 2 Years Mary Ann! You’re a complete natural at this and make it look easy and like you’ve been doing it forever. I’m consistently inspired by your gorgeous photos, terrific recipes (I’m making your Cheesecake Bars with Praline Topping for Thanksgiving) and warm stories. Cheers to many years of continued success and I can. not. wait. to make this cocktail!!
Awww, thanks so much Cathy! So glad you’re making the cheesecake bars! When I made those for some friends, they were a total hit! Cheers!
Huge congratulations on your anniversary! Cheers and here’s to many more :)
Thanks Jennifer! You were the first food blogger I contacted when I decided to start my blog! I asked what camera you used because I was so inspired by your photos and recipes! I’ll always remember how quickly you replied back to me and how helpful you were! Seasons and Suppers is still one of my favorite blogs and you continue to inspire me!! Thank you. XO
Mary Ann, congrats on two years! I know exactly what you mean about time flying by on the blog. It seems like yesterday when I hit “publish” on a post about black bean brownies–a post with awful photos taken from my phone, I might add. This martini truly is the perfect way to celebrate. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
I remember my first post Lisa! My hand was trembling when I clicked PUBLISH! It’s took me a while but now I feel way more relaxed about this whole food blogging gig! Hope you have a wonderful holiday!
Such an interesting idea to prepare the main drink in this Christmas party! And I love that it is a cocktail easy enough that I can make by myself. But I will consider to reduce the amount of Vodka in this. Because I’m often easy to be drunk because of this type of wine.
It’s just delicious Emily. Yes, just adjust the vodka to your liking. Thanks so much for dropping by and leaving a comment. Hope you enjoy! Happy Holidays!
Pecan vodka? Who knew? This sounds like such a delicious drink.
I know! It’s such a great fall/winter cocktail!
Thank you Mary for this amazing recipe. It looks so delicious. I’m definitely going to try this. Wish me best of luck.
Good luck Edna. Hope you enjoy it!
Oh God! this type of drink I’m looking for. Thank you, Thank you so much
Great David! Enjoy!