Washington Apple Shot

The Washington Apple Shot is a simple three ingredient shot recipe that is mixed. It is very easy to make and a crowd pleaser, making it perfect for a party!

Closer view of two Washington Apple Shots on a counter with apples behind them.

Why You Will Love This Shot

The Washington Apple was the first shot I really loved! I highly recommend trying it with Red Stag, a Jim Beam cherry bourbon, in place of the whiskey. It is AMAZING!

I made a big batch of this Washington Apple Shot and put it in a beverage dispenser for a party and it was a HUGE hit! Everyone loved it and it becomes almost TOO easy to drink sometimes.

Ingredients

Full quantities and details can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Let’s talk about what you need in order to make this whiskey shot recipe:

Whiskey – the shot is traditionally made with Canadian Whiskey (specifically Crown Royale) but use whatever works for you

Sour Apple Schnapps

Cranberry Juice

I HIIGHLY recommend trying this shot recipe with Jim Beam’s Red Stag cherry flavored bourbon in place of the whiskey. It is SO good!

Making the Shot

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with some ice cubes and shake until very cold, about 30 seconds.

Strain into the shot glasses.

The shaking with ice is optional but it definitely tastes better a little chilled.

FAQs

What is a Washington Apple drink made of?

A Washington Apple Shot is made of whiskey (traditionally Crown Royal), cranberry juice, and sour apple schnapps.

Two Washington Apple Shots in front of apples on a counter.
Pin of Washington Apple Shots with title at top. Made of whiskey and cranberry.

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Closer view of two Washington Apple Shots on a counter with apples behind them.

Washington Apple Shot

Delicious and easy Washington Apple Shot is made with just three ingredients. Cranberry, whiskey, and sour apple in a popular alcoholic shot.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Course Cocktail
Cuisine International
Servings 2 shots

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Ice

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ounce whiskey
  • 1 ounce sour apple schnapps
  • 1 ounce cranberry juice

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with a scoop of ice.
  • Shake until cold, approximately 30 seconds.
  • Strain into the shot glasses and serve immediately.

Notes

This can be one large shot or two smaller based on preferred serving size.
Keyword Shots, Whiskey

1 thought on “Washington Apple Shot”

  1. 5 stars
    This is the type of recipe that is easy to make and drink, exactly for those who want a quick shot to get a little tipsy!

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