Apple Cider Moscow Mule
Apple Cider Moscow Mule is a refreshing fall cocktail made with crisp apple cider, smooth vodka, spicy ginger beer, and fresh lime juice. Served over ice in a classic copper mug and garnished with an apple slice and cinnamon stick, it's the perfect seasonal drink for Thanksgiving, holiday parties, or cozy autumn evenings.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces ¼ cup apple cider
- 1½ ounces vodka
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup crushed ice
- ½ cup chilled ginger beer
- 1 fresh apple slice optional garnish
- 1 cinnamon stick garnish
Instructions
Step 1
- Fill a chilled copper mug or cocktail glass with crushed ice.Beverages
- Tip: Chilling the mug in the freezer for about 10 minutes keeps the cocktail colder longer.
Step 2
- Pour the vodka over the ice.
Step 3
- Add the fresh apple cider.
Step 4
- Pour in the freshly squeezed lime juice.
Step 5
- Top with chilled ginger beer. Pour slowly to preserve the natural bubbles.
Step 6
- Stir gently using a bar spoon. Avoid stirring too vigorously since it reduces carbonation.Alcoholic Beverages
Step 7
- Garnish with an apple slice and a cinnamon stick. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh apple cider instead of apple juice for deeper flavor.
- Fresh lime juice tastes much brighter than bottled juice.
- Always use chilled ginger beer.
- Stir gently to preserve carbonation.
- Chill the mug before serving.
- Garnish just before serving for the freshest presentation.
- Adjust sweetness by choosing sweeter or more tart apple cider.
- Add extra cinnamon only if you enjoy stronger spice flavors.
- Crushed ice keeps the drink colder than cubes.
- For parties, prepare the base ahead and add ginger beer at serving time.