Wicked Orchard Spiced Mule

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A dark and spicy mule cocktail with apple notes and a warming ginger kick, inspired by theatrical charm. This recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together apple brandy, fresh lime juice, ginger beer 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 190 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 & Drinks cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a copper mule mug halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 1.5 oz apple brandy, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 1/2 oz cinnamon syrup.
  2. Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 15 seconds to chill and combine.
  3. Step 3: Top with 3 oz ginger beer, pouring slowly to preserve carbonation.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with a lime wheel floated on top and a fresh cinnamon stick placed upright inside the mug.

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