Description
This Apple Cider Mule Non Alcoholic Drink blends crisp apple cider, zesty lime juice, and spicy ginger beer into a refreshing fall mocktail. Perfect for family-friendly gatherings or cozy evenings, it delivers all the seasonal flavors of a classic mule without the alcohol.
Ingredients
Scale
Essential Ingredients
- ½ cup apple cider (fresh-pressed or spiced)
- ½ tbsp fresh lime juice
- ½ cup ginger beer
- 1–2 tsp maple syrup (optional)
- Ice
Garnish Options
- Thin apple slices
- Cinnamon stick
- Star anise or whole clove
- Lime wedge
Substitution Ideas
- Sparkling water + fresh ginger instead of ginger beer
- Honey or agave nectar instead of maple syrup
- Pear cider instead of apple cider
Instructions
- Build foundation: Fill copper mug or glass with ice. Pour in apple cider and lime juice. Stir in maple syrup if using.
- Add fizz: Slowly pour ginger beer over the back of a spoon. Stir gently 2–3 times to combine without losing carbonation.
- Garnish: Add apple slice, cinnamon stick, lime wedge, or star anise for visual and aromatic appeal. Serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use chilled cider and ginger beer. Fresh-pressed cider and fresh lime juice deliver the richest flavor.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktail, Drink, Fall Recipe
- Method: Stirred
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (about 10 oz)
- Calories: 95–110
- Sugar: 22–26g
- Sodium: 15–25mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24–28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: apple cider mule, non alcoholic drink, fall mocktail, apple mocktail, ginger beer mocktail