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Classic Moscow Mule

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Classic Moscow Mule made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice. Tart and refreshing, it’s a fun cocktail perfect for all seasons!

Classic Moscow mule made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice is tart and refreshing.

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. 🙂

Serve up a frosty copper mug filled with a spicy, refreshing classic Moscow mule.

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!

Classic Moscow Mule made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice. Tart and refreshing, it's a fun cocktail perfect for all seasons!
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Classic Moscow Mule

4.43 from 7 votes
The classic Moscow mule is made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice. Tart and refreshing, it's a fun cocktail perfect for all seasons!
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: copper mug drink, lime and ginger drink, moscow mule
Servings: 1 Servings
Calories: 173kcal
Author: Lalaine

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

Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Sodium: 8mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin C: 4.1mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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Classic Moscow Mule made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice. Tart and refreshing, it's a fun cocktail perfect for all seasons!
Classic Moscow Mule made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice. Tart and refreshing, it's a fun cocktail perfect for all seasons!

 

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  7. EG III says

    5 stars
    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.

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  8. 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.

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  10. 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!

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  12. kathryn Maher says

    So glad you enjoyed Memorial Day. I love cocktails and this Moscow Mule drink seems great and I had never heard of it before. However anything that consists of vodka and lime is a WIN WIN for me. Great I’ll be making this one.

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  13. Ayushi Arora says

    The recipe looks delicious, This is an amazing dish and I am going to try this one.. Being a vegetarian I have search for some tasty yet healthy methods.

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  14. Kisa J says

    Ohh, I’ve never heard of this before. I’ve actually drank more this year than any year in the past, and by that I mean I’ve drank 3 times instead of my usual 1-2. XD
    This sounds pretty good! Thank you for sharing the recipe!

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  15. Mary says

    I really enjoy the Moscow Mule, but I only have it when I visit my family in Colorado. It was the first place I tried it. It’s one of those drinks that when made right, you can enjoy sipping.

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  16. Travel Blogger says

    I was only introduced to these about a year ago, and they are so delicious! They are so refreshing and such a summer drink. I even got some copper mugs, I just haven’t tried making them yet. I definitely need to make my own!

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  23. freya farrington says

    The best part about Moscow mules are the mugs they are served in too! and they are always so refreshing

    Reply

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