Lakeville Harvest Apple Mule

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-16 · Updated 2026-06-16

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A crisp and spicy mule cocktail combining apple cider with ginger beer and a hint of cinnamon for a seasonal twist. This recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh apple cider, fresh lime juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 195 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 4 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 195 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz vodka
2 oz fresh apple cider
1/2 oz fresh lime juice
3 oz ginger beer
a pinch ground cinnamon
as needed ice cubes
1 apple slice
1 fresh mint sprig

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Instructions

Step 1: Fill a copper mule mug with ice cubes to the brim.
Step 2: Pour in 2 oz vodka, 2 oz fresh apple cider, and 1/2 oz fresh lime juice.
Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to combine and chill without losing fizz.
Step 4: Top with 3 oz ginger beer, pouring slowly to maintain carbonation.
Step 5: Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon lightly over the surface.
Step 6: Garnish with a thin apple slice slipped inside the mug and a fresh mint sprig placed upright.