Green Apple Martini

Source:  Food Network Website

For my birthday a number of years ago, I bought these lovely martini glasses.  Actually, after I got a cash gift, I bought some earrings with it, so I guess to be honest, I bought myself these martini glasses for myself for my birthday. 

I had in my head for years (after watching this on Oprah), the idea to make apple martinis.  (She made these look so elegant.)  This is like apple pie in a glass.  The cinnamon and sugar rim is not to be skipped.  I have to warn you though, it tastes like apple pie, but I noticed a bit of a kick.  I enjoy my new martini glasses.  :) 

Cinnamon and sugar for rimming the glass
5 tablespoons vodka
5 tablespoons sour apple schnapps
5 tablespoons lemonade
5 tablespoons lemon-lime soda (I use 7-Up)

In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine vodka, schnapps, lemonade and lemon-lime soda. Cover and shake vigorously. Dip rim edge martini glasses in a shallow dish with 1/4-inch water, then in a shallow dish with 1/4-inch of equal parts sugar and cinnamon mixture. Strain shaken mixture into prepared glasses and serve. 

A toast to all mothers on Mother's Day!