Thirsty Thursday is serving up something crisp, bold, and perfectly autumnal. The Grave Digger Cocktail combines the tart sweetness of hard cider with effervescent ginger ale and a generous pour of bourbon, finished with a squeeze of fresh lime. It’s a refreshing yet warming drink that bridges the gap between light and robust — ideal for cool evenings or Halloween gatherings.
The Grave Digger Cocktail
Recipe by Daily Disher
This refreshing cocktail layers hard cider, ginger ale, and bourbon with a bright lime finish — perfect for autumn evenings with bold, warming flavor.
Course: Cocktail
/Cuisine: American
/Difficulty: Easy
Servings
4
Prep time
30 minutes
Cooking time
40 minutes
Calories
300 kcal
1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
2 oz hard cider
1 oz ginger ale
1 oz bourbon
1 slice lime
Directions
1.
Fill a tall glass with ice cubes to keep the drink chilled and refreshing throughout the time you're enjoying it.
2.
Pour the hard cider into the glass over the ice cubes. Use a bar spoon to stir it gently and mix the flavors.
3.
Add the ginger ale slowly to ensure it doesn't fizz over, then give it another gentle stir to combine the liquids.
4.
Carefully add the bourbon for a stout kick, ensuring even distribution with the use of a bar spoon.
5.
Garnish the cocktail with a slice of lime on the rim of the glass for added flavor and visual appeal.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
300kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
8g
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg