cranberry moscow mule recipe
This festive twist on the classic Moscow Mule incorporates cranberry juice, adding a tart and refreshing flavor that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or celebrations. It's served in a traditional copper mug, making it as beautiful as it is delicious.
Equipment
- 4 Copper mugs
- 1 Jigger or measuring cup
- 1 Stirring spoon
- 1 Ice cube tray
Ingredients
- 4 ounces vodka
- 12 ounces cranberry juice Unsweetened or lightly sweetened.
- 8 ounces ginger beer
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice About 1 lime.
- to garnish fresh cranberries
- to garnish lime wedges
- as needed ice cubes
Instructions
- Start by preparing your copper mugs. Fill each mug with ice cubes to chill.
- In a large jug or pitcher, combine the vodka, cranberry juice, and fresh lime juice. Stir well to mix.
- Pour the mixture evenly into the four copper mugs filled with ice.
- Top each mug with ginger beer, approximately 2 ounces per mug.
- Stir gently to combine the ingredients in each mug.
- Garnish each drink with fresh cranberries and a lime wedge on the rim of the mug.
- Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly!
Notes
For a sweeter drink, you can use sweetened cranberry juice or add a splash of simple syrup to taste.
You can adjust the ratio of cranberry juice and ginger beer based on your personal preference—more cranberry for tartness or more ginger beer for spiciness.
This recipe can easily be multiplied for larger gatherings. Just maintain the same ratios for each ingredient.