My Apple Cider Mule is a twist on a traditional Moscow Mule. Vodka, ginger beer, fresh lime juice, and apple cider create a twist on a classic to create a delicious fall drink.
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The Moscow Mule is a cocktail made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice, garnished with a slice or wedge of lime. My Apple Cider Mule updates the classic recipe by adding a little apple cider. This is the perfect drink for fall.
I love to drink apple cider warm or cold, and I love them I start to see it in the store and as the local orchard begin open.
The apple cider is sweet and tangy and pairs perfectly with the lime and ginger flavors. I love to garnish my Apple Cider Mule with an apple round. We recently went apple picking for early crops of apples, and I love slicing into those fresh apples to make a delicious garnish to enjoy as I sip.
Ingredients
- Vodka - I typically use regular, but caramel or cinnamon is delicious as well.
- Ginger Beer
- Lime Juice- fresh is best, but the bottled works as well. However, it is more concentrated for use about half the amount.
- Apple Cider
- Copper Mugs
- Shaker- I love the colors and design of these shakers
Why a Copper Mug?
A Moscow Mule is easily recognized by the copper mug.
The mug does more than look nice. The copper not only keeps the cold temperature of the drink, but the ingredients react with the coppers ad enhance the flavors of the drink.
Instructions
- Pour vodka, apple cider, and lime juice into a shaker and gently shake to combine.
- Fill 2 copper mugs with ice and pour cider mixture over the ice. Top with ginger beer.
- Garnish with apple slices.
Tips
I like to use a shaker for this drink because it combines all the flavors perfectly.
Caramel flavored vodka is delicious in this mule and gives the essence of a caramel apple!
I suggest a tart cider for this recipe because it works really well with the lime flavors, but a sweet cider is delicious as well.
Related Apple Cider Recipes
Apple Cider Old Fashion- A supper club favorite!
Slow Cooker Spiked Apple Cider
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Apple Cider Mule
Ingredients
- ½ cup vodka
- ½ cup apple cider
- 1 cup ginger beer
- Juice from 1 medium lime
- Apple slices for garnish
Instructions
- Pour vodka, apple cider, and lime juice into a shaker and gently shake to combine.
- Fill 2 copper mugs with ice and pour cider mixture over the ice. Top with ginger beer.
- Garnish with apple slices.
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Wendy Klik
It's almost 5:00 here. Think I may make myself this cocktail. Cheers Ashley.
Hezzi-D
Mules are one of my favorite and this is such a fun flavor twist on the classic!
Cindy
I love trying new mule flavors. This sounds perfect for fall!
Jolene
Must get to the farm for cider and give this one a try!
Lisa Kerhin
Fall in a cup! That's what this drink is.
Amy (Savory Moments)
A perfect fall drink! I would love one of these any night!
Sarah
I rarely drink alcohol but this drink sounds delicious. It's a great way to add something special to normal apple cider. I will have to give this a try.
Jennifer Stewart
You just made my favorite cocktail even BETTER!
Christie Campbell
The apple and ginger is such a great combo of flavors. I am definitely adding this to the must make list this fall.