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Appletini Cocktail Recipe

A little tart, a little sweet, and impossible to miss, the Appletini is the cocktail equivalent of showing up to the party wearing your favorite outfit. Its signature apple-green color makes it instantly recognizable, while its crisp fruity flavor keeps it firmly on the cocktail menu.

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10/22/20262 min read

Appletini: The Bright Green Cocktail That Brings the Fun

At BAR, we love a cocktail with personality. That's why the Appletini inspired one of our handcrafted goat milk soaps. If you appreciate fruity fragrances, colorful bars, and bath products with a sense of humor, you'll feel right at home here.

This easy Appletini recipe combines vodka with apple schnapps and fresh lemon juice for a crisp, fruity cocktail. It's simple to prepare and perfect for cocktail hour, parties, or a fun night in.

Prep time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail

Ingredients

  • 1½ oz vodka

  • 1 oz sour apple schnapps

  • ½ oz fresh lemon juice

  • ¼ oz simple syrup, optional

  • Ice

  • Thin green apple slice, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

  2. Add the vodka, sour apple schnapps, lemon juice, and simple syrup if using.

  3. Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds, until chilled.

  4. Strain into a chilled martini glass.

  5. Garnish with a thin slice of green apple.

Bartender's tip: Sour apple schnapps varies in sweetness from brand to brand. Start without the simple syrup, taste the balance, and add a little if you prefer a sweeter cocktail. A squeeze of fresh lemon keeps the drink bright.

Please enjoy alcoholic beverages responsibly.

Meet the Appletini-Inspired Goat Milk Soap from BAR

The Appletini is all about crisp apple character and a fresh, playful look. Those same qualities make it a natural source of inspiration for a colorful, fruity bar of handcrafted goat milk soap.

At BAR, we turn cocktail and dessert inspiration into soaps that make everyday self-care more interesting. Our Appletini goat milk soap brings the fun of this familiar green cocktail into the shower, combining a playful name with an apple-inspired fragrance concept.

It's a great conversation starter for your bathroom and a fun gift for someone who enjoys fruity scents and unexpected twists on everyday essentials.

Shop Appletini Goat Milk Soap

Remember, the cocktail inspires the soap's theme; the soap itself is a bath and body product, not something to eat or drink.

When to Enjoy an Appletini

The Appletini is a fun option for:

  • Girls' night and cocktail parties

  • A colorful welcome drink for guests

  • Anyone who enjoys sweet-and-sour cocktails

  • Apple-themed celebrations and fall entertaining

You can even carry the apple theme into a gift basket. Pair a bar of Appletini soap with a cocktail recipe card, an apple-shaped accessory, or a few other fruity bath treats for a memorable present.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Appletini made of?

An Appletini typically combines vodka and apple schnapps or apple liqueur. Lemon juice or sour mix may be added to balance the sweetness.

What does an Appletini taste like?

It generally has a sweet-tart green apple flavor, with the exact balance depending on the apple liqueur and citrus used.

Can I make an Appletini without sour mix?

Yes. Fresh lemon juice is an excellent alternative. Adjust the sweetness with simple syrup if needed.

What is Appletini soap?

Appletini soap is soap inspired by the cocktail's apple flavor theme, color, or name. BAR's version is part of its playful collection of handcrafted goat milk soaps inspired by food and drinks.

An apple a day might keep the doctor away, but an Appletini-inspired bar might just make you look forward to your next shower.