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Ruby Chai Appletini

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H. Joseph Ehrmann
H. Joseph Ehrmann is a bartender and drinks industry consultant who runs Elixir, one of the most influential bars in San Francisco.
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H. Joseph Ehrmann
Published on 02/16/11 by H. Joseph Ehrmann
H. Joseph Ehrmann is a bartender and drinks industry consultant who runs Elixir, one of the most influential bars in San Francisco.
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Updated 02/16/11

Get a double dose of chai.

Ingredients

  • 1 quarter Organic gala apple
  • 1 1/2 oz Chai-infused vodka*
  • 1 1/2 oz Chai-infused cider**
  • 1/2 oz Organic agave nectar
  • Garnish: Apple slice

Steps

  1. In a shaker, muddle the apple until the consistency of applesauce.

  2. Add remaining ingredients and ice and shake for 10 seconds.

  3. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

  4. Garnish with an apple slice.

  5. *Chai-infused vodka: Add 1 Numi ruby chai bag and 6 oz Square One Organic vodka into a Mason jar or other glass container and let infuse for 1-2 hours before removing tea bag.

  6. **Chai-infused cider: Add 6 oz organic apple cider into a small saucepan and heat over medium heat until hot but not boiling. Turn off heat and add 1 Numi Ruby chai bag. Let steep for 3-5 minutes and remove tea bag.