This Caramel Apple Cider Mule is a twist on a classic Moscow mule that will take you from summer right into fall. This is the best caramel vodka drink!
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Ingredients
For the Spiced Simple Syrup:
1cinnamon stick
1whole nutmeg seed
¼cupgranulated sugar
¼cupwater
For EACH Caramel Apple Pie Moscow Mule:
1 ½ouncescaramel vodka3 tablespoons
½ounceSpiced Simple Syrup1 tablespoon
6ouncesapple cider3/4 cup
2ounceslight ginger beer1/4 cup
Instructions
Make Spiced Simple Syrup:
In small saucepan, combine cinnamon stick, nutmeg seed, sugar and water. Cook over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Remove and discard cinnamon stick and nutmeg seed.
Transfer syrup to jar or container and refrigerate until completely cool. Syrup can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Makes about 3 ounces syrup (enough for 6 cocktails).
To Make a Single Drink:
Place 1-1/2 ounces vodka and 1/2 ounce simple syrup in copper mug; stir until well combined. Add 6 ounces cider and 2 ounces ginger beer. Fill remainder of mug with ice; stir until well combined. Serve garnished with fresh apple slices and cinnamon stick.
Notes
Home Chef Tip: Don't have a cinnamon stick and whole nutmeg seed? 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon and 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg can be substituted in the simple syrup.
This simple syrup recipe makes enough for 6 drinks.
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