Autumn Eve

Description: The Autumn Eve is a sophisticated and refreshing apple-inspired cocktail that highlights the crispness of fall. The warm apple flavor from Calvados, the sweet and zesty orange notes from Cointreau, and a touch of herbal complexity from fresh thyme, create a well-balanced and enticing drink. It's perfect for sipping by a cozy fire or at an elegant autumn gathering. Ingredients: - 2 oz Calvados - 1 oz Cointreau - 1 oz fresh apple juice (preferably from a tart apple like Granny Smith) - 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice - 0.5 oz honey syrup (1 part honey, 1 part hot water, mixed until dissolved) - 2 dashes Angostura bitters - Fresh thyme sprig for garnish - Apple slice for garnish Instructions: 1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. 2. Add Calvados, Cointreau, fresh apple juice, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup, and Angostura bitters. 3. Shake well until the mixture is chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass. 5. Garnish with a fresh thyme sprig and a thin apple slice on the rim. Glassware: Serve in a coupe glass.