Caramel Apple Martini

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Last Updated on August 2, 2023 by Lisa Johnson

This Caramel Apple Martini starts out with a crisp, sweet apple flavor then finishes off with a smooth, velvety taste of caramel!

Crafted with the perfect blend of caramel flavored vodka, apple vodka, and butterscotch schnapps, this delicious cocktail will have you dreaming of caramel apples.

Check out the Holiday Martinis page for even more festive martini recipes with seasonal flavors for any holiday gathering throughout the year!

A sugar rimmed martini glass with caramel and apple vodka and an apple slice floating on top.

This is a delightful cocktail with the great taste of caramel apples. Yes, it is strong…..it is straight alcohol after all, but this caramel appletini is actually quite smooth with a delicious sweet taste.

I chose to keep this cocktail very simple and used flavored sugar to rim the glass. Feel free to dip the glass rim in caramel sauce or caramel syrup used for ice cream if you prefer.

What you’ll need

Ingredients needed to make caramel apple martini.

Caramel flavor vodka
Apple pie vodka
Butterscotch schnapps
Salted caramel flavored sugar, brown sugar, or cinnamon sugar to rim the martini glasses
Apple slice to garnish – held up with a cocktail pick.
Cocktail shaker
Ice cubes

Be sure to check out the detailed printable recipe card below

Three caramel apple martinis in sugar rimmed martini glasses.

This is a wonderful cocktail. Yes, it is strong…..it is straight alcohol after all, but it is actually quite smooth. I did not taste any “pie” type flavors in the Pearl Apple Pie Vodka, so that is why I named it Caramel Apple Martini and not Caramel Apple Pie Martini.

I chose the Pearl Vodka for this caramel apple martini recipe because it is available nationwide. I did not want to create an awesome drink, only to have everyone tell me that they cannot purchase that brand where they live…that is no fun!!!

Then I moved to Arizona and was unable to find the same Pearl Vodka, go figure, but I did find a delicious Stoli Salted Karamel Vodka that tastes great as well.

Choose any high-quality flavored vodka that is available in your area.

Two martini glasses on a green napkin filled with caramel apple martinis and garnished with green apple slices.

I originally shared this recipe November 2013. Updated August 20213

🍸How to make a Caramel Apple Martini

Pour a small amount of caramel vodka onto a small plate and add caramel sugar to a second small plate. Dip the rim of your glass in the vodka, then dip into the sugar to coat.

A small plate of caramel sugar with an upside down martini glass, and a small plate with apple vodka with an upside down martini glass.

Fill cocktail shaker with crushed ice. Pour both vodkas and the butterscotch schnapps over the ice.

A glass cocktail shaker filled with ice, caramel vodka, apple vodka, and butterscotch schnapps with three martini glasses in the background.

Place lid on shaker, hold tightly, and vigorously shake cocktail. Pour into sugar-rimmed martini glasses.

Clear caramel apple cocktail in a sugar rimmed martini glass.

Serve immediately with a thin slice of apple as a garnish.

Looking down on a caramel apple martini in a sugar rimmed glass with an apple slice floating on top.

The cocktail pick helps to hold the apple slice in place.

FAQs

Can I make a large batch of caramel apple martini for a party?

Yes of course! Simply multiply the individual cocktail recipe’s ingredients by the number of servings you want to make.
Combine the vodkas and schnapps in a large container or pitcher and stir them together. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

How strong is the alcohol content in a caramel apple martini?

The alcohol content can vary depending on the specific brands and proof of the alcohols used and the proportions in the recipe. Since this cocktail is made with three strong spirits, they will have a moderate to strong alcohol content.
Vodka and schnapps usually have an alcohol content that ranges from 30% to 40% ABV (alcohol by volume), while some may be slightly higher. Check the labels of the specific brands you’re using to determine their alcohol content accurately.

🍏More fall cocktails you’ll love

Sparkling Caramel Apple Cocktail
Apple Cider Mule
Poisoned Apple Cocktail – a green appletini topped with sliced green apples
Hot Spiced Cider Toddy

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Enjoy!!