Apple Cider Ginger Beer Mocktail
This Apple Cider Ginger Beer Mocktail is a fizzy, flavorful, and non-alcoholic fall drink made with apple cider, ginger beer, lime juice, and warm spices—perfect for cozy gatherings and holiday parties.
Equipment
- Highball or cocktail glass (I used a 10-ounce glass)
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Bar spoon
- Citrus juicer or reamer (if using fresh lime or grapefruit)
- Knife and cutting board (for garnishes like apple slices or lime wedges)
Ingredients
- ½ cup 4 oz. non-alcoholic apple cider
- ½ cup 4 oz. non-alcoholic ginger beer
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp agave syrup or honey/maple syrup
- 1 pinch ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg
- Ice cubes optional
- Apple slices cinnamon stick, or lime wedge (for garnish)
Instructions
- Chill your glass. You can add ice or pop the glass in the fridge while prepping.
- Add cider. Pour ½ cup of apple cider into the glass.
- Mix in lime and sweetener. Add 1 tsp of lime juice and 1 tbsp of agave syrup. Stir with a bar spoon.
- Spice it up. Sprinkle in a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg. Stir gently again.
- Top with ginger beer. Slowly pour ½ cup of ginger beer to keep the fizz.
- Garnish. Add a few apple slices, a cinnamon stick, or a lime wedge for a festive finish.
- Serve immediately. Sip and enjoy the cozy, fizzy goodness!
Notes
Always add ginger beer last to preserve the fizz. Stir gently or use a bar spoon to layer the ingredients without killing the bubbles.