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This Ginger Apple Moscow Mule is a delicious autumn twist on the classic Moscow Mule. Vodka mixed with fresh lime juice, apple cider, sweet apple butter, fresh ginger, and topped off with ginger beer. For just a touch of sweet flavor and a little bit of bubbly! It’s both spicy and warming, perfect for cozy autumn nights and upcoming holidays too.
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Happy Saturday! Hope you guys are having a great weekend so far. Crazy we are only one week away from Halloween!! Today’s drink isn’t the spookiest, but I’ve been too excited to share this apple cider Moscow Mule with you guys. It’s the perfect fall cocktail.
If you need a good spooky drink, here are all my favorites, all in one place. Take your pick!
But for those of you looking for something with a fall twist-gingery, apple kick, this is your drink. It’s easy, refreshing, spicy, and warming all at the same time – and it’s delicious.
Here’s the story.
I had plans to share another Halloween cocktail today, but this Mule just excited me way too much. It was one of those last-minute, eleventh-hour decisions that often end up happening. And I couldn’t be happier I switched gears.
I just kind of felt like we might need this spicy-sweet Mule this weekend. And potentially every other weekend to follow from now through Thanksgiving. This is such a perfect fall cocktail. To quote my older brother, Brendan, “wow, this is actually really good. Delicious, I’m very into this”. Granted Bren will happily drink any cocktail you put in front of him. But he’s always an honest critic, and I love him even more for it. He’ll tell me the good, the bad, and the ugly. The same goes for my sister-in-law, Lynds. The two of them are currently in town for a couple of days and I love having them here.
They always tell it like it is. And the verdict on this Moscow Mule recipe was good…very, very, GOOD.
Here are the details.
Grab some vodka, limes, apple cider, apple butter, and fresh ginger. Shake it all up to infuse everything with that spicy ginger. Pour into your favorite copper mug and top off with ginger beer. The ginger beer is KEY. To me, it’s what makes a really good Moscow Mule.
Since I didn’t love the sound of grapefruit juice with apple, I swapped in fresh lime juice. Not traditional, but oh SO good. Other than that, this is your classic Moscow Mule with the addition of apple butter, cider, and fresh ginger – for a double ginger apple cider Moscow Mule.
With Thanksgiving ahead of us, I am already planning out my holiday cocktails. This one is on my list. To make this easy for everyone, I gave you recipes for both the single drink and the pitcher version…which can easily be doubled if needed.
Tip? Keep jars of apple butter, cider, ginger beer, and an assortment of alcohol on hand during the holidays. You never know when you’re going to need to mix up a cocktail. Especially this year, you know? Yes, cocktails are most likely needed.
Hope you all enjoy and have a great Saturday! See ya tomorrow for another Sunday post of Nine Favorite Things!
Looking for other autumn vodka drinks? Here are a few ideas:
Lastly, if you make this Ginger Apple Moscow Mule., be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Ginger Apple Moscow Mule
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- juice from 1/2 of a lime
- 1/3 cup apple cider
- 1 tablespoon apple butter
- 1-2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger
- ginger beer, for topping
- pomegranate arils and cinnamon sticks, for serving
Instructions
- 1. Fill a cocktail glass with ice. 2. Combine the vodka, lime juice, apple cider, apple butter, and ginger in a cocktail shaker. Fill with ice and shake until combined, about 1 minute. Strain into your prepared glass. Top with ginger beer and garnish with apple slices, pomegranate arils, and cinnamon sticks.
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Ginger Apple Moscow Mule Punch
Ingredients
- 1 cup (8 ounces) vodka
- juice of 2 limes , (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 1/3 cups apple cider
- 1/4 cup apple butter
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1-2 (12 ounces) cans ginger beer, for topping
Instructions
- 1. Combine the vodka, lime juice, apple cider, apple butter, and ginger in a large pitcher. Stir to combine and chill for 2 hours. 2. When ready to serve, fill the pitcher with ice and top off with ginger beer. Or fill glasses with the mix and top each glass off with ginger beer. Garnish as desired.
Nutrition
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Hello Tieghan, when you say apple cider in your recipes, I assume you mean non-alcoholic spiced apple juice type? I figure so, as I can’t imagine shaking alcoholic apple cider in a cocktail shaker due to the fizz, but thought i would check 😀 lmk, thanks!!
Hi Jodi,
Lol yes, that is correct! I hope you love the recipe! Cheers!! xx
I propose to rename it. Moscow has connotations with tortures and war crimes. Stand with Ukraine and with the democratic world!
This tasted good but the apple flavor didn’t really come through for me. It just tasted like a sweet Moscow mule and after a couple I got tired of the sweetness. I did not use all the ginger beer the recipe called for, probably 3/4 of it and thought it was plenty!
Thanks for giving the recipe a try Christina, sorry to hear it wasn’t enjoyed. xT
Could you add the ginger beer to the pitcher instead of each glass every time?
Disregard! I see that it says to top the pitcher with ginger beer OR each glass (:
Hi Christina,
You can do either one:) Please let me know if you give the recipe a try, cheers! xTieghan
What could you use instead of apple butter if I can’t find any at the store?
Hi Shanna,
You could do some apple sauce. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you give it a try, cheers! xTieghan
Hello! I just made a huge batch of your pumpkin butter (delish btw!!) to take with me as gifts at Thanksgiving. Any chance we could use that in this drink, or nah? Thank you!!
Hey Brittany,
It will obviously change the flavor profile but it will definitely work. I hope you enjoy the recipe, cheers! xTieghan
SO GOOD! I did a test batch and decided to halve the fresh ginger for the full one 🙂
Hi there! I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe, thanks so much for giving it a try! ? xTieghan
I made this yesterday for a thank you dinner I was hosting my family, it was delicious! Everyone loved it! Also I made this virgin and it still delicious!
Hi Mariam! So glad you enjoyed this recipe, thanks so much for giving it a try! 🙂 xTieghan
Sounds absolutely delish! So glad you enjoyed it 🙂 xTieghan
So excited to try this drink! Can you tell us where those copper mugs are from?
Hi Kelley! These were actually a vintage find, so sorry! xTieghan
Hi, Kelley.
I’ve had my mugs for about 12 years and were fairly expensive even from Marshalls. They are more readily available these days. I’ve seen them in my local Walmart and Bed, Bath and Beyond. And I just checked on Amazon and saw sets of 4 for under $40. A little copper shot cup included. Good luck in your search. Moscow Mules taste much better in copper mugs and can’t wait to try these ginger apple ones.
Delicious! Perfect fall drink. We are going to make this for our Thanksgiving guests!!! <3
Hi Maggie,
Fantastic!! So great to hear that you enjoyed this recipe and thanks a lot for making it. Have a great week!? xTieghan
Delicious! Definitely going to be a favorite!
Thank you so much Kat! xTieghan
Made this for my Thanksgiving dinner and it was delicious! Love this fall take on the classic mule 🙂
Thank you so much Alexis!! I am really glad this recipe turned out so well for you! xTieghan
This looks so amazing!! Could you make it in a big batch so you don’t have to be making everyone’s drinks individually?
Hey Katrine,
Sure that would work well! I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
This sounds delicious! Any substitute for vodka?
Hey Melissa,
Gin would also work! I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
One of my favorites yet! The apple butter addition is SO good!
That is so amazing Addie! I am really glad this turned out so well for you! xTieghan