The Maple Leaf Mule Cocktail is Perfect For Pre Turkey Festivities

Bright, bubbly, and just sweet enough – the perfect fall spin on a classic.

Skill Level: Easy

Maple Leaf Mule

Bright, bubbly, and just sweet enough - the perfect fall spin on a classic.

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Equipment

High ball glass or copper mule mug
Jigger
Bar Spoon
Ice

Ingredients

2 ounces Vodka
1/2 ounce Maple syrup
1/2 ounce Fresh lime juice
4-6 ounces Ginger beer
Lime wheel or apple slice for garnish

Instructions

Fill a highball or mule mug with ice.
Add vodka, maple syrup, and lime juice.
Stir to combine.
Top with ginger beer.
Garnish with a lime wheel or thin apple slice.

Notes

Why It Works

This is Thanksgiving in a glass without being heavy or overly sweet. The maple syrup brings a subtle autumn warmth that blends beautifully with the zing of lime and the spice of ginger beer. It’s refreshing — exactly what people want before a big meal — and incredibly easy to batch in a pitcher for guests. This one pleases vodka drinkers, cocktail lovers, and the “just give me something light” crowd.

Movie Pairing

Pair the Maple Leaf Mule with You’ve Got Mail.
It’s cozy, seasonal, and charming; the cinematic equivalent of wrapping yourself in a blanket while fall leaves swirl outside. A perfect warm-up before dinner with family and friends.