Autumn Cider Mule

Autumn Cider Mule

The Autumn Cider Mule is a seasonal twist on the classic Moscow Mule that combines smooth whiskey with spiced apple cider and ginger ale for the perfect fall cocktail.

This easy-drinking whiskey cocktail captures everything great about autumn in a cup - warm apple flavors, subtle spice from ginger, and just enough kick to keep you warm on crisp game days. Ready in just 2 minutes, this is the ultimate fall tailgate drink that bourbon and whiskey lovers can't get enough of.

Perfect for serving from your Cocktail Gator portable bar at fall football games, harvest parties, or Thanksgiving gatherings. The organized bottle storage keeps your whiskey, apple cider, and ginger ale perfectly chilled and accessible. With clean ice from your Gator's dedicated ice bin, every Autumn Cider Mule stays crisp and refreshing - never watered down by contaminated cooler ice.

Why This Works with Cocktail Gator

✅ Quick Serve: Three simple ingredients mixed in under 2 minutes
✅ Clean Ice: Dedicated ice bin preserves the crisp apple-ginger flavors
✅ Fall Perfect: Apple cider and whiskey scream autumn football season
✅ Ginger Kick: The ginger ale adds subtle spice and fizz
✅ Crowd Pleaser: Even non-whiskey drinkers love this approachable cocktail

 

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Recipe Quick Facts

  • ⏱️ Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • 🍹 Servings: 1
  • 👍 Difficulty: Easy
  • 🥃 Spirit: Whiskey
  • 🌡️ Flavor: Apple, Spicy, Warm, Crisp
  • ☀️ Season: Fall
  • 🥤 Served In: Red Solo Cup (from Gator dispenser)
  • 🎯 Best For: Fall Tailgating, Football Season, Harvest Parties, Thanksgiving

Ingredients

2 oz whiskey (bourbon or Tennessee whiskey)
4 oz apple cider (fresh or bottled)
2 oz ginger ale
Apple slice (garnish)
Ice cubes

💼 Store in Your Cocktail Gator:

1 bottle whiskey (750ml or 1.75L) - bourbon or Tennessee whiskey
1-2 bottles apple cider (64 oz bottles or fresh)
Ginger ale bottles or cans
Fresh apples (store in front pocket)

How to Make Autumn Cider Mule

Step 1: Pull a red Solo cup from your Gator's spring-loaded dispenser. Time to celebrate fall in style.

Step 2: Fill the cup with clean ice cubes from your Gator's dedicated ice bin. Clean ice keeps the apple-ginger flavors crisp.

Step 3: Pour 2 oz of whiskey from your organized bottle compartment. Bourbon adds sweetness; Tennessee whiskey adds smooth character.

Step 4: Add 4 oz of apple cider. The insulated compartments keep cider perfectly chilled for the most refreshing drinks.

Step 5: Top with 2 oz of ginger ale for fizz and subtle spice. The ginger complements both whiskey and apple beautifully.

Step 6: Give it a gentle stir to combine without losing carbonation. Garnish with a fresh apple slice from your Gator's front storage pocket. Serve immediately and embrace fall!

🎯 Pro Tips & Tricks

🍎 Apple Cider Choice: Use real apple cider (cloudy, unfiltered), not clear apple juice. The difference is huge!

🥃 Whiskey Selection: Bourbon (like Jim Beam) adds caramel notes. Tennessee whiskey (like Jack Daniel's) is smoother. Both are perfect!

🫚 Ginger Ale Quality: Use quality ginger ale like Canada Dry or Fever-Tree. The ginger spice is what makes this a "mule."

❄️ Serve Cold: Pre-chill your apple cider in the Gator overnight. This drink is best ice cold.

🍂 Spiced Cider Upgrade: Use spiced apple cider for extra cinnamon and nutmeg notes. Perfect for Thanksgiving!

🍹 Hot Version: Skip the ice and ginger ale. Heat the apple cider and mix with whiskey for a hot toddy version.

🍎 Garnish Options: Try a cinnamon stick with the apple slice for extra fall vibes and aroma.

🏈 Fall Essential: This is THE fall tailgate cocktail. Apple cider and whiskey are made for football season.

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