Apple Cider Moscow Mule Recipe - Chisel & Fork (2024)

This apple cider Moscow Mule is the perfect fall co*cktail that puts a unique twist on the traditional Moscow Mule by adding fresh apple cider.

I love fall-inspired drinks - from a pear bourbon co*cktail to an apple cider co*cktail to an apple mojito.

A Moscow Mule is about as an easy of a co*cktail 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 co*cktail 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.

And if you're looking for another version, try this cranberry Moscow Mule.

Recipe Ingredients

• Apple Cider - use your favorite.
• Vodka - the alcohol in the Moscow Mule. Irish whiskey could also be used for an Irish Mule version. 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 co*cktail shaker with ice ¾ of the way. Add apple cider, vodka and lemon juice and shake until chilled, about 15 seconds.

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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 believehistory, 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 co*cktail which creates a tasty chilled drink. You can buycopper mugson Amazon.

Types of Ginger Beer

Luckily for everyone, there is no shortage of options forginger 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

• Whilestore-bought bottlescan be quite convenient, they lack inflavorcompared to the real thing. It really isn’t that much extra work tofreshly squeeze the lemon and you’ll notice a difference in taste.
• Usedcrushed ice which will make the apple co*cktail colder quicker.
• Add a cinnamon stick and then you can use it as a straw.

Otherco*cktailRecipes

• Baileys Chocolate Martini
• Blueberry Smash
• Traditional Moscow Mule
• Mango Mojito
• Chocolate Peppermint Martini
• Strawberry Gin Smash

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