The Apple Thyme H2O Cocktail is a light, refreshing, low-calorie vodka drink that features an infused “Apple Thyme Water” as the base instead of heavier juices or syrups. It’s designed to be crisp and slimming while highlighting the clean apple flavour balanced with herbal thyme notes.
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Ingredients (makes 1 drink)
- 1 oz vodka
- 3 oz Apple Thyme Water (see below)
- Garnish: small sprig of fresh thyme and a thin slice of green apple
Apple Thyme Water (makes about 4 cups / 10 servings):
- 1 green apple, cored and diced
- 1–2 large sprigs of fresh thyme
- 4 cups filtered, distilled, or high-quality bottled water
Instructions
- Make the infused water: Combine the diced apple, thyme sprigs, and water in a glass pitcher. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours (preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to infuse. Strain before using.
- Assemble the cocktail: In a glass, combine 1 oz vodka with 3 oz of the strained Apple Thyme Water. Serve stirred and strained, or combined over ice.
- Garnish with a thyme sprig and thin apple slice.
Flavour Profile
- Taste: Crisp and bright apple with subtle earthy, slightly minty thyme undertones. The vodka keeps it clean and neutral, while the infused water adds natural sweetness and aroma without added sugar.
- Style: Very light and hydrating — more like a sophisticated spiked infused water than a heavy cocktail. It’s part of a series of “H2O cocktails” meant to be refreshing and lower in calories.
This version stands out for its simplicity and use of overnight cold infusion rather than a cooked simple syrup. It’s perfect for warm weather, light sipping, or as a lower-sugar option compared to the bourbon smash or martini variations.
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