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Erin Lynch

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September 25, 2024

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This Apple Cider Moscow Mule puts a Fall twist on the traditional moscow mule cocktail. Apple cider, lime juice, vodka and ginger beer are all you need for this delicious cocktail.

Apple cider moscow mule on serving tray garnished with apple slices and cinnamon stick.

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This post was originally published in 2018. It was updated in 2021 to add new photographs. The original recipe remains the same. Enjoy!

Today I’m putting a twist on the traditional moscow mule by throwing some apple cider into the mix. I thought it would be perfect for Fall and would make a fun and festive cocktail for Thanksgiving.

If you’ve ever made a Moscow Mule, you know that it is a super simple recipe. There’s basically no measuring involved, no cocktail shakers needed and no fancy ingredients. And there are so many Moscow Mule variations!

How do you make a moscow mule cocktail?

  • Making a traditional moscow mule cocktail is simple! You just need three ingredients – vodka, ginger beer and lime. Fill a mug (or glass) with ice, add 1 shot of vodka, the juice of ½ a lime and top it off with ginger beer.
  • For this apple cider moscow mule, I added in 4 ounces of cider and cut the lime back to just 1/4 lime.

How do you measure a shot of vodka?

In the United States, a shot of liquor is generally considered to be 1.5 ounces. Here are three ways to measure a shot of vodka:

  • Use a tablespoon. A tablespoon holds about ½ ounce of liquid. So just pour three of those into your moscow mule.
  • Use a shot glass. A standard shot glass holds 1.5 ounces. Pour one of those into your moscow mule.
  • Learn to free pour. If your bottle of vodka comes with a pour spout on it, or if you have a pour spout at home, a three-count pour should give you about 1.5 ounces. Have fun practicing at home with a shot glass and an empty bottle filled with water. See if you can get really accurate with this. It’s a tip that I learned from my old bartending days and it definitely makes fixing cocktails much easier!
Overhead shot of ingredients for moscow mule cocktail.

Can you make a moscow mule with ginger ale?

  • While it will still taste good, ginger ale will make a much sweeter moscow mule and the ginger flavor will not be so pronounced. I definitely prefer ginger beer in my moscow mules because I like the bite of the ginger flavor and like my cocktails on the not-so-sweet side.

I don’t like vodka? Can I use a different liquor in my Apple Cider Moscow Mule?

You sure can! My friend Hillary made this delicious Spiced Apple Cider Mule using a combination of bourbon and Fireball cinnamon whisky. You could also swap in these liquors:

  • Tequila – This is also known as a Mexican Mule.
  • Gin – This is also known as a Gin Buck or Gin Gin Mule.
  • Rum – This is also known as a Dark ‘n Stormy if it’s made with dark rum.

To finish off my Apple Cider Moscow Mule, I dressed it up with a slice of apple and a cinnamon stick. This is totally optional, but super pretty. You could also garnish it with a rosemary sprig or lime wheel.

Side view close up of cider moscow mule cocktail.

If you loved this Apple Cider Moscow Mule recipe I would appreciate it so much if you would give it a star review! Also, be sure to snap a picture of your finished cocktail and share it with me on Instagram using the hashtag #platingsandpairings.

More Moscow Mule recipes: 

  • Blackberry Moscow Mule
  • Raspberry Lime Moscow Mule
  • Cherry Moscow Mule
  • Strawberry Lime Moscow Mule

Did you love this cider cocktail? You’ll love my apple cider vodka cocktail too!

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Apple cider moscow mule on serving tray garnished with apple slices and cinnamon stick.

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Apple Cider Moscow Mule

This Apple Cider Moscow Mule puts a Fall twist on the traditional cocktail. Apple cider, lime juice, vodka and ginger beer are all you need for this delicious cocktail.
5 from 41 votes
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Serves 1 cocktail
Created by Platings and Pairings
Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
Total Time: 5 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces apple cider
  • 1 ½ ounces vodka
  • 1/4 lime (juiced)
  • 4-6 ounces ginger beer

Instructions

  • Add apple cider, vodka, lime juice and ice to a copper mug. Top with ginger beer to fill. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 193kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 114mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin C: 5.9mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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3 responses

  1. Amy
    November 3, 2020

    5 stars
    Delicious!

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  2. Sabrina
    September 18, 2021

    5 stars
    lovely, just the right time of year for this cider mule, great for cool nights, thank you!

    Reply
  3. Chad Baker
    November 17, 2024

    5 stars
    Amazing

    Reply

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