Fall Cider Mules

The Moscow mule just got a yummy upgrade for fall! Apple cider is combined with lemon juice, fresh ginger, and vodka in this refreshing version of a favorite drink.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 392 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup water
• 4 cups ice, or as needed
• 1 medium lime, cut into 4 wedges
• 0.25 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1.5 cups sparkling apple cider
• 0.5 cup chopped fresh ginger
• 1 cup vodka (such as Tito's®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine sugar, water, and ginger in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer, and stir constantly until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and strain into a pitcher; discard solids. Let cool completely, 30 to 45 minutes.

Step 2

Pour 1/4 cup cooled ginger syrup into a separate pitcher; reserve remaining ginger syrup for a later use. Stir in lime juice, sparkling cider, and vodka. Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses and garnish with lime wedges.