Apricot Cooler

Name: Apricot Cooler Cocktail
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp Powdered Sugar; 2 oz Club Soda or Ginger Ale; 2 oz Apricot Flavored Brandy

The Apricot Cooler is a refreshing brandy-based cocktail that balances apricot liqueur with effervescent club soda and a whisper of powdered sugar. It's a light, fruity drink perfect for casual entertaining.

🏷️Equipment: collins glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$10–$16

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's and Party Guide

Ingredients

1/2 tsp Powdered Sugar
2 oz Club Soda or Ginger Ale
2 oz Apricot Flavored Brandy

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Instructions

1
In collins glass, dissolve powdered sugar and club soda.
2
Stir and fill glass with cracked ice and add brandy.
3
Add club soda or ginger ale and stir again.
4
Insert a spiral of orange or lemon peel (or both) and dangle end over rim of glass.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Stir the powdered sugar with a small amount of liquid first to dissolve it fully before adding other ingredients, preventing grittiness.
Add club soda or ginger ale last and stir gently to preserve carbonation.
Chill the glass with ice water before pouring to keep the drink cold longer.
Use fresh ice to avoid dilution from melting.

Substitutions

Club soda → tonic water (adds quinine bitterness)
Powdered sugar → simple syrup, ½ tsp (easier to mix, slightly thinner mouthfeel)

Storage & make-ahead

Mix fresh to order. Prepare the apricot brandy and powdered sugar base in advance; add carbonation just before serving.

Common Questions

Can I use ginger ale instead of club soda?

Yes. The recipe calls for either club soda or ginger ale; ginger ale will add spice and sweetness, while club soda keeps it crisp and subtle.

What type of apricot brandy works best?

Use a quality apricot-flavored brandy or apricot liqueur (such as Bols or Marie Brizard). The spirit anchors the drink's flavor.

Should this be served hot or cold?

Serve cold. Chill your glass beforehand and pour over ice for the best refreshing effect.

Can I batch this for a party?

Yes. Mix the apricot brandy and powdered sugar in a pitcher ahead of time, then add club soda or ginger ale just before serving to retain carbonation.