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An Apple Cider Mule, cinnamon sticks, and lime slices on a counter.

Apple Cider Moscow Mule

Treat yourself to a refreshing, festive Apple Cider Mule ... this delicious fall cocktail is so easy to make!
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 drink
Calories: 237kcal
Author: Ginnie

Ingredients

  • ½ ounce fresh lime juice
  • 2 ounces vodka
  • 3 ounces apple cider
  • 4 ounces ginger beer
  • ½ ounce simple syrup, optional (see note)
  • optional garnishes: lime slice, cinnamon stick, diced apple

Equipment

Instructions

  • Fill a copper mug about ¾ full with ice.
  • Add lime juice to mug, followed by vodka, apple cider, ginger beer, and optional simple syrup.
  • Mix well, then garnish with a lime slice, cinnamon stick, and diced apple, if desired.
  • Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

Moscow Mules usually don't have sugar added, however if your cider isn't very sweet, it will enhance the flavors of the drink. I recommend making one cocktail with simple syrup and one without, then decide which you prefer. 
To make the syrup, bring one part water and one part sugar (for example, ½ cup water and ½ cup sugar) to a boil. Simmer the mixture for a minute or two, or until sugar is dissolved. Cool and store in refrigerator for up to a month.
To make Apple Cider Moscow Mules by the pitcher, use the following proportions:
  • ¼ part lime juice
  • 1 part vodka
  • 1 ½ parts apple cider
  • 2 parts ginger beer
  • ¼ part simple syrup (optional)
For example, if you use 1 cup vodka, you will also need 1 ½ cups apple cider, 2 cups ginger beer, ¼ cup lime juice, and ¼ cup simple syrup (if using) ... this will make 4 drinks.
For 8 drinks, you'll need 2 cups vodka, 3 cups apple cider, 4 cups ginger beer, ½ cup lime juice, and ½ cup simple syrup. For 16 drinks, you'd need 4 cups vodka, 6 cups apple cider, 8 cups ginger beer, 1 cup lime juice, and 1 cup simple syrup.
To make a pitcher in advance, mix up all the ingredients except the ginger beer. Add the ginger beer just before serving to maintain its carbonation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drink | Calories: 237kcal
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