Cemetery Cider Cocktail Recipe

Cemetery Cider is, as you might guess, an apple cider-based drink recipe. It’s a bulk recipe, like a lot of cider cocktails, but you can also make it by the glass.

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The Fascinating Origin Story

The original Cemetery Cider was simply hard cider made from apples from a tree overlooking the grave of Samuel Morse, inventor of the telegraph. Since most of us don’t have access to those apples, that recipe is not an option.

But part of the charm of that drink is that it has no filler ingredients and it’s not very sweet. Commercial hard apple cider is typically very different.

How This Version Developed

I’m not sure where this version came from, and honestly it bears little resemblance to the original. But it’s tasty.

This version of Cemetery Cider takes the classic and gives it a fun twist by mixing it with a few spirits. This cocktail is easy to make and perfect for gatherings, offering a blend of flavors that everyone will enjoy.

Flavor Profile of Cemetery Cider

Cemetery Cider starts with the familiar taste of apple cider. Then Captain Morgan Silver spiced rum adds a touch of warm spice. Jim Beam bourbon whiskey adds a smooth, woody note.

And finally Bacardi orange rum brings a citrusy brightness to the mix. Together, these ingredients create a balanced drink that’s both sweet and refreshing.

Think apple cider with spices and orange, and you’ve got an idea of the flavor of Cemetery Cider.

Big Batch or Just a Glass?

This recipe makes 1 drink, but it’s easy to multiply the amounts and mix up a big batch in a pitcher before a party. If you do this, you don’t have to shake it all up because you’re going to chill it first.

You can still shake up the liquors, if you prefer the taste, but with two-thirds of the drink being hard apple cider, I don’t think it makes much difference.

You just pour everything into a pitcher, give it a good stir, and let it sit in the fridge. That makes it easy to top off your guests’ glasses, if you’re entertaining. Or you can even let guests help themselves.

Related Cocktails to Try

If you like the idea of this drink, but want something a little simpler, check out the Fiery Maple Cider Cocktail which features Fireball whiskey, spiced rum and apple cider. And Bri’s Almond Cider is even lighter, with just amaretto and apple cider.