Apple Cider Moscow Mule Cocktail

apple cider moscow mule in a copper mug with smoking rosemary garnish

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Apple Cider Moscow Mule Cocktail

This Apple Cider Moscow Mule is a crisp and cozy fall cocktail made with fresh apple cider, vodka, lime juice, and spicy ginger beer. It’s the perfect sip for everything from September get-togethers to the Thanksgiving table.

Prep Time2

Total Time2

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: cocktail

Calories: 210kcal

Author: Eden Westbrook

Ingredients

Ice
¼ cup vodka
¼ cup apple cider unfiltered, NOT spiced, and no added sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
½ cup strong ginger beer I use Fever Tree or Goslings
Lime wedge apple slice, sprig of rosemary, or cinnamon stick, for garnish

Instructions

In a chilled copper mug or lowball glass, add ice, then pour in the vodka, apple cider, and lime juice. Right before serving, add the ginger beer.
¼ cup vodka, ¼ cup apple cider, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, Ice
Right before serving, add the ginger beer.
½ cup strong ginger beer
Garnish with the fall-inspired accent of your choosing. Serve immediately.
Lime wedge

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Notes

Make a Pitcher of Apple Cider Moscow Mules

1. Mix the Base - In a large pitcher, stir together: 4 cups fresh apple cider; 2 cups vodka; ½ cup fresh lime juice (about 4–5 limes).Keep this mixture chilled in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.

1. Add the Ginger Beer Last - Right before serving, pour in 3 cups of ginger beer and give it a gentle stir so it's perfectly fizzy.

1. Serve Cold - Fill copper mugs or glasses with plenty of ice, then pour in the pitcher mix. Garnish with a cinnamon stick, a thin apple slice from some honeycrisp apples, a lime slice, or go crazy like I did and set a sprig of rosemary on fire for a really festive drink this holiday season. It makes for a great show!

This batch makes about 8 servings so it's perfect for a small gathering. If you’re feeding a bigger crowd, it’s also easy to double!

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