Alright, folks, let’s talk about one of our all-time favorite drinks at Epcot: the Ottawa Apple.
This cocktail is the perfect mix of Canadian charm and apple-y goodness, and it’s basically a rite of passage if you’re doing the “Drinking Around the World” thing at Epcot.
Here’s where to find it and a recipe so you can make it at home!
What is the Ottawa Apple cocktail?
The Canada Pavilion may not have a ton of different places where you can grab a drink, but they kind of make up for the lack of options with the deliciousness that is the Ottawa Apple cocktail.
Is this really a Canadian thing or did Disney just make it up? No clue. But either way, we love it. There is just something about that combo of Canadian whiskey, apple, and cranberry juice that makes you almost forget the blazing heat and crowds.
We like to think of it as the drink equivalent of wearing a cozy flannel shirt—comforting, classic, and likely to give you the warm fuzzies.
Ottawa Apple
Type of Item: Cocktail
Where to Find It: Canada Popcorn Cart, Le Cellier
Average Price: $15.00
Our Rating:
Description: A cocktail made with Crown Royal Canadian Whisky, apple infusion, and cranberry juice.
Why We Love It: Is this an authentic Canadian cocktail? Probably not, but it’s made with Crown Royal CANADIAN whisky and has “Ottawa” in the name—enough to make us feel like honorary Canadians for a moment! It’s fruity, it’s delicious, and it’s a tasty escape into maple leaf vibes.
Where can you buy an Ottawa Apple cocktail?
You can actually get the Ottawa Apple in a couple of different places inside of the Canada Pavilion:
Le Cellier
The only Table Service Restaurant in the pavilion, Le Cellier Steakhouse is a popular place for meals that definitely don’t feel like something you’d find in a theme park.
Nestled in a cozy, cellar-like space (hence the name), this Signature Restaurant (one of a group of Disney’s “nicer” restaurants) is where you’ll find top-notch Canadian cuisine. Think mouthwatering steaks, poutine that’ll change your life, and their famous Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup that people dream about.
It’s a bit on the fancy side (and the prices reflect that), so if you’re looking to treat yourself after a long day of exploring the World Showcase, this is the spot. Plus, you can snag that Ottawa Apple while you’re there!
Canada Popcorn Cart
If you want to skip having a full meal, you can also grab an Ottawa Apple at the Canada Popcorn Cart. The cart is extremely easy to find – just follow the delicious smell of the maple popcorn, which is a must-try, too.
The line at this cart is rarely very long – and with plenty of spots along the water, you can generally find a table where you can stand and actually sip on your drink instead of having to chug it as you walk.
Ottawa Apple Recipe
Want to make it at home? Most recipes online call for Crown Royal Maple. Unfortunately, that version has been retired. You can use just a regular whisky, but you’ll need to make up that maple flavor. Here are 2 ways to do that:
- Maple Syrup: The most straightforward method is to use real maple syrup. We recommend that you start light (1/2 to 1 tablespoon) because it is always easier to add more if it doesn’t have the level of sweetness or maple you’re looking for. Use maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter cocktail.
- Maple Extract: Not of fan of sweet drinks? A few drops of maple extract can add a concentrated maple flavor without altering the sweetness too much. Most extracts are pretty potent – so just like with the syrup, you’ll want to start small and just add a few drops until you get it to the level you enjoy.
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Jigger (or something to measure the alcohol)
- Glass
Ingredients
Instructions
- Fill that shaker: Load your shaker halfway with ice—enough to chill the drink.
- Add the good stuff: Pour in your whisky, cranberry juice, apple schnapps, and a splash of maple syrup or extract (whichever floats your boat).
- Shake it like you mean it: Or better yet – shake it like you’re making up for that gym session you missed. This absolutely counts for arm day.
- Pour it over ice: Give that drink a cool landing.
- Enjoy: Sip, savor, and remind yourself you’re a cocktail pro now. Oh, and don’t forget to close your eyes and pretend as if you’re sitting on a bench in EPCOT.
Tell Us What You Think
There you go! Everything you could possibly ever want to know about the Ottawa Apple from the Canada Pavilion in EPCOT. Have you tried it before? Have you ever made it at home? Is it true that if you drink one while standing on one leg and singing the Canadian National Anthem backwards you can get free honorary citizenship? Let us know in the comments!