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Appletini Cocktail Recipe with Ingredients and Instructions
The Appletini cocktail, short for Apple Martini, is a vibrant and modern cocktail known for its crisp, sweet-tart apple flavor. This classic appletini cocktail recipe uses simple appletini ingredients - vodka and sour apple liqueur - to create a refreshing and fruity twist on the classic martini. Made with sour apple schnapps and simple syrup, its signature bright green apple color and smooth, tangy taste make it a popular choice for a playful, stylish drink that gained popularity in West Hollywood during the 1990s.
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Martini or Coupe
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Instructions
- 1
Add all ingredients - vodka, apple liqueur, fresh lemon juice and simple syrup - to your shaker.
- 2
Add ice to shaker and shake until chilled.
- 3
Strain into chilled coupe or martini glass.
- 4
Garnish with a fan of thin Granny Smith apple slices.
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Details
Glass: Martini or Coupe
Makes: 1 serving
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Editorial Notes
More context for the Appletini
The Appletini combines Vodka, Apple Liqueur, and Lemon Juice. These quick notes add context on structure, flavor, and where the drink fits best.
Updated Dec 22, 2025 • 4 ingredients • 4 steps
What to expect
Expect sweet, sour, and fruity notes. Served in a Martini or Coupe, the drink lands balanced rather than aggressive and keeps its structure clear.
Best moment
This style fits warm-weather drinking and casual hosting. If you already enjoy Vodka cocktails, it is an easy recipe to keep in rotation.
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