Spicy Caramel Apple Mule (Print)

Warm spices and caramel meet chilled apple cider, finished with lively ginger in this autumn-inspired mocktail.

# Components:

→ Mocktail Base

01 - 1 cup chilled apple cider
02 - 1/2 cup chilled non-alcoholic ginger beer
03 - 2 tablespoons caramel sauce, plus extra for garnish
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
05 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1 pinch cayenne pepper, optional, adjust to taste

→ Garnish

07 - Apple slices
08 - Cinnamon sticks
09 - Crushed ice

# Directions:

01 - Place apple cider, caramel sauce, lime juice, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper in a pitcher or cocktail shaker. Stir or shake thoroughly until the caramel is completely dissolved.
02 - Fill two copper mugs or glasses with crushed ice.
03 - Evenly divide the mixture among the prepared mugs.
04 - Top each mug with ginger beer and gently stir to blend.
05 - Drizzle extra caramel sauce over each drink.
06 - Garnish with apple slices and a cinnamon stick. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for autumn celebrations
  • Easy to make and non-alcoholic
02 -
  • Check caramel sauce and ginger beer labels if you need dairy-free or gluten-free options
  • Make it vegan by choosing dairy-free caramel sauce
03 -
  • Chill all ingredients before mixing for a crisp and refreshing mocktail
  • Drizzle caramel sauce just before serving to prevent it from settling
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