Apple Cider Moscow Mule

While I may love summer weather more, fall is my favorite time for cocktails. Apple cider for everyone! Seriously, it goes well in so many cocktails, including these three which I crafted last year. But this post is all about the Apple Cider Moscow Mule.

It’s so delicious and puts a fall spin on one of America’s most classic cocktails. Get into this!

Apple Cider Simple Syrup Ingredients:

• 4 oz. of apple cider

• 4 cloves

• 2 cinnamon sticks

• 1 tbsp. sugar (if you’d like your syrup a bit thicker)

Moscow Mule Ingredients:

• 2 oz. vodka

• 1/2 oz. lime juice (preferably Q’s or Fever Tree)

• Ginger beer, to top

Apple Cider Simple Syrup Instructions:

1. While you’re making your simple syrup, add ice to your copper mug or put it in the freezer to make it cold.

2. Add the apple cider, cinnamon, and sugar (if desired) to a pot on medium high heat.

3. Roll the cloves in your hand to exude more flavor, then add them to the pot.

4. If you used sugar, stir until the sugar is dissolved. If you did not use sugar, stir until you smell cinnamon in the air. This is approximately 5-7 minutes.

5. Turn off the heat and let sit for 2-3 minutes.

Moscow Mule Instructions:

1. Throw away the ice used to make the glass cold. Add new ice and fill to the top of your mug.

2. Add apple cider simple syrup and lime juice to your mug.

3. Top with ginger beer and stir.

4. Garnish with lime and/or apple, then enjoy!