Classic Moscow Mule made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice. Tart and refreshing, it’s a fun cocktail perfect for all seasons!
How was your Memorial Day weekend? I hope you had a great time with family and friends and had your fair share of the great food abound.
G and I threw a small backyard get-together at home on Memorial Day and I am happy to report, everyone had a total blast!
Judging from the empty serving platters after the party, our guests seemed to have enjoyed the food and judging from the number of requests for the recipe, my sweet corn pudding was the star of the buffet table as I expected. 🙂
I think the delicious spread we fixed up went well with the crowd but I have to say, the fun really began when G started whipping up this classic Moscow mule. After a few rounds, everyone seemed to want to hog the karaoke. 🙂
Moscow Mule is a cocktail made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice and is traditionally served in a copper cup. With spicy and citrusy flavor notes, it’s a refreshing hard drink perfect for all seasons!
A simple cocktail using only three ingredients, classic mule makes for great customizations. Easily jazz up this basic recipe here and experiment with the following delicious ideas:
- Add muddled fresh fruits such as berries and melons or a few splashes of your favorite fruit juices and pulps.
- Try flavored syrups such as lavender or elderflower.
- Kick up the spice by muddling a few slices of fresh jalapenos or freshly-grated ginger with the lime juice.
- Amp up the aroma and flavor with herbs such as mint, rosemary, cilantro or Thai basil.
- Swap the classic lime with other citrus juices such as orange or grapefruit.
Please enjoy responsibly!
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Vodka
- 4 ounces Ginger Beer, cold
- 1/2 ounce freshly-squeezed lime juice
- lime wedges
Instructions
- Fill a copper Mule mug or highball glass with ice cubes. Add vodka and lime juice. Stir until mixed.
- Top up with ginger beer and garnish with lime wedge.
Nutrition Information
“This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.”
chichi says
this recipe is so easy to do and i absolutely love the mug!
Lalaine says
Thanks, Chichi! The mug is one of my favorites, too!
Angela says
This looks so good. My friend made me a drink like this one day. Happy to have the recipe now.
Lalaine says
Thanks, Angela! Enjoy!
Enricoh Alfonzo says
Se manifique views and vibes. i love the photo journal and descriptions! this is an awesome recipe
Lalaine says
Thank you, Enricoh 🙂
Chloe says
I haven’t tried one of these before but it sounds delicious! Perfect for an afternoon BBQ!
Lalaine says
Thanks, Chloe! I hope you give it a try. You will love it!
Louise says
I hadn’t heard of Moscow Mule until recently, but it sounds delicious! And I LOVE those copper cups <3
Louise x
Lalaine says
Aren’t they cute? They definitely make the drink super fun to serve 🙂
Wahidin Wong says
This is absolutely refreshing! Thanks for the recipe. Will try it out very soon!
Lalaine says
Thanks, Wahidin!
EG III says
That does indeed look like the perfect summer drink. I can’t wait to get return home, just in time for summer, and sip one of those while out on the balcony.
Lalaine says
Sounds like a good plan, thanks!
Kim says
I love a good Moscow Mule! Did you know that it was originally made in the 40s as a way to use up the Smirnoff vodka and the ginger beer one bartender couldn’t sell.
Lalaine says
Thanks Kim for that trivia!
Amber Pilcher says
Why do I come across the most refreshing drinks when I’m pregnant? This looks so good!
Lalaine says
Lol, hang in there. You will get to enjoy this soon!
E H says
Love Moscow Mules! Last year we were making them almost every weekend! I have a whole collection of those special mugs for Moscow Mules – can’t wait for the heat of summer to give these another try!
Lalaine says
Thank you, enjoy!
Rhiannon-Skye Boden says
We don’t have Memorial Day over here, but I’ll take any excuse to try a cocktail that looks as gorgeous as this!
Lalaine says
Thanks, Rhiannon!