As the heatwave finally draws to a close and the leaves begin to fall, there is nothing quite like a cosy new cocktail to ease you into Autumn.
Combining the warming spices of traditional mulled apple with the sweet, nutty richness of amaretto, this Mulled Apple Amaretto Sour is autumn in a perfectly garnished glass. Once you have gathered your ingredients, it takes just three simple steps to make.
Perfect for serving when friends come over or enjoying at home on a cosy evening, it is a delicious way to welcome the new season.
What you will need
For the Winter Mulled Apple Syrup
• 250ml Bensons Winter Mulled Apple Juice
• 125g granulated sugar
• 45ml amaretto liqueur
• 30ml cooled winter mulled apple syrup
• 22.5ml fresh lemon juice
• 15ml egg white, around half an egg white
• Or 15ml aquafaba for an egg free version
• 15ml bourbon or whisky, optional
• Ice
• Thin apple slice or star anise, to garnish
How to make it
Step 1: Make the syrup
Pour the Bensons Winter Mulled Apple Juice into a small saucepan and simmer gently for 8 to 10 minutes, until reduced to roughly 125ml.
Stir in the sugar until completely dissolved, then remove from the heat and leave to cool.
Once cold, transfer to a clean, sealed jar and store in the fridge for up to one week.
Step 2: Make the cocktail
Add the amaretto, winter mulled apple syrup, lemon juice, egg white and optional bourbon or whisky to a cocktail shaker.
Shake vigorously for around 15 seconds until a thick foam has formed.
Add a generous handful of ice and shake again for another 15 to 20 seconds, until the shaker feels thoroughly chilled.
Step 3: Add the finishing touches
Double strain into a chilled coupe glass or serve in a rocks glass over fresh ice.
Finish with a thin apple slice or star anise for garnish.
Prefer a non-alcoholic version?
You can easily turn this into an alcohol-free autumn cocktail.
Instead of the amaretto, use 30ml Bensons Winter Mulled Apple Juice with 15ml almond or amaretto flavoured syrup. Leave out the bourbon or whisky, then shake and serve in exactly the same way.
You will still get plenty of warming spice, sweet apple and nutty almond flavour, with Bensons Winter Mulled Apple Juice bringing everything together.
The star of the recipe: Bensons Winter Mulled Apple Juice
Our limited-edition Winter Mulled Apple Juice is made with British whole pressed apples, infused with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves for a naturally fruity, warming blend that is made for the colder months.
Pressed in the heart of the Cotswolds and never from concentrate, it contains no added sugar and no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. You can enjoy it gently warmed on its own or use it to bring seasonal spice to cocktails and alcohol-free serves like this one.
It is also a Great Taste Award Winner 2026, the judges praised its inviting winter spice aroma, naturally sweet apple flavour and warming balance of cinnamon and fruit.
So, if you are looking for a drink to see you through autumn and into winter, keep a bottle handy for cosy evenings, a seasonal get together and a few homemade cocktails along the way.