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This apple cider Moscow Mule is the perfect fall cocktail that puts a unique twist on the traditional Moscow Mule by adding fresh apple cider.
I love fall-inspired drinks – from a pear bourbon cocktail to an apple cider cocktail.
A Moscow Mule is about as an easy of a cocktail to make as possible, consisting of vodka, lime juice and ginger beer. However we are in peak fall season right now and I’m about using all things apples.
During this time of year, I never go without having some apple cider in my fridge. So when thinking of ways to use it, I realized I already had some ginger beer and vodka, so why not try something different.
This apple cocktail is so tasty, you won’t even realize you are drinking alcohol. There aren’t many drinks out there that everyone will enjoy, but this happens to be one. Everything about this apple Moscow Mule screams fall so give it a try.
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Recipe Ingredients
- Apple Cider – use your favorite.
- Vodka – the alcohol in the Moscow Mule. Use quality vodka like Grey Goose or Belvedere.
- Lemon juice – fresh lemon juice is best.
- Ginger beer – there are a ton of ginger beer options out there, so use your favorite.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Fill cocktail shaker with ice 3/4 of the way. Add apple cider, vodka and lemon juice and shake until chilled, about 15 seconds.
2. Strain into a mug, preferably copper, filled with crushed ice. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with sliced apples and cinnamon sticks.
Moscow Mule Origin
If you believe history, the Moscow Mule was created as a way to get rid of excess vodka and copper mugs. Even if it isn’t true, I’m glad it was invented!
Why Use a Copper Mug?
The main benefit of using copper mugs is temperature. The metal quickly takes to the icy temperature of the cocktail which creates a tasty chilled drink. You can buy copper mugs on Amazon.
Types of Ginger Beer
Luckily for everyone, there is no shortage of options for ginger beers. However, which one to pick for this Moscow Mule recipe?
- Fever-Tree – has a strong ginger flavor without being overpowering.
- Gosling’s – nice balance of spice and sweetness.
- Bundaberg – the Australian ginger beer is great for Mules.
- Q Ginger Beer – has some added carbonation.
Pro Tips/Recipe Notes
- While store-bought bottles can be quite convenient, they lack in flavor compared to the real thing. It really isn’t that much extra work to freshly squeeze the lemon and you’ll notice a difference in taste.
- Used crushed ice which will make the apple cocktail colder quicker.
- Add a cinnamon stick and then you can use it as a straw.
Other Cocktail Recipes
- Baileys Chocolate Martini
- Blueberry Smash
- Traditional Moscow Mule
- Mango Mojito
- Chocolate Peppermint Martini
- Strawberry Gin Smash
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Apple Cider Moscow Mule
Ingredients
- 2 oz apple cider
- 2 oz vodka
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 2 oz ginger beer
- sliced apples and cinnamon sticks for garnish
Instructions
- Fill cocktail shaker with ice 3/4 of the way. Add apple cider, vodka and lemon juice and shake until chilled, about 15 seconds. Strain into a mug, preferably copper, filled with crushed ice. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with sliced apples and cinnamon sticks.
Notes
- While store-bought bottles can be quite convenient, they lack in flavor compared to the real thing. It really isn’t that much extra work to freshly squeeze the lemon and you’ll notice a difference in taste.
- Used crushed ice which will make the apple cocktail colder quicker.
- Add a cinnamon stick and then you can use it as a straw.
Love it!