Apple Ginger Royale

Highballs & Collinses • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Apple Ginger Royale cocktail containing Hennessy V.S. Cognac, Freshly squeezed lime juice, Pressed apple juice, Three Cents Ginger Beer in a Collins.

Curiada Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Hennessy V.S. Cognac or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
1.50 fl oz Pressed apple juice
fill glass Three Cents Ginger Beer

Directions

Add ice to shaker
Add first three ingredients to shaker
Shake well with ice
Fill Collins glass with ice
Strain mixture into ice-filled Collins glass
Top with ginger beer
Garnish with apple wedge

Cocktail Description

Like a golden autumn day captured in a glass, the Apple Ginger Royale transforms simple ingredients into an effortless elegance that demands attention.

This refreshing Collins-style cocktail balances the rich warmth of Hennessy V.S. Cognac with the bright acidity of fresh lime juice and the natural sweetness of pressed apple juice, all topped with a spicy fizz from Three Cents Ginger Beer. The result is a sophisticated sipper with layers of flavor—warm cognac notes mingling with crisp apple, zingy lime, and a gentle ginger heat that tickles the palate. Perfect for fall gatherings or holiday celebrations, it's equally at home at a casual brunch or an elegant dinner party. Even novice bartenders can master this straightforward build, requiring just a quick shake of the base ingredients before topping with ginger beer. The Apple Ginger Royale pairs beautifully with savory appetizers like aged cheese boards or roasted nuts, and it stands up nicely to herb-roasted poultry dishes or spiced pork preparations.