The Best Moscow Mule Recipe (Shockingly Easy to Make)

This refreshing and delicious Moscow mule recipe might even feel like a home remedy for a cold. Now that I think about it, in Russia, it probably is.

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If you are looking for a refreshing cocktail, you can’t go wrong with a Moscow mule. This delicious Russian drink is fizzy, bubbly, and will give you that feeling of freshness you oh-so crave. And with its medicinal ingredients, it might even feel as if it’s a home remedy for a cold. Now that I think about it 🤔, in Russia, it probably is

Moscow mule cocktail

Moscow Mule Cocktail

Recipe by Julian Solorzano
5.0 from 1 vote

The Moscow Mule is a crisp, invigorating cocktail that blends vodka, spicy ginger beer, and zesty lime, all served in a classic chilled copper mug for a refreshing finish.

Cuisine: Classic CocktailDifficulty: Easy
Servings

1

servings
Calories

200

kcal
Total time

5

minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka

  • 3 oz ginger beer

  • 1 oz fresh lime juice

  • 1 slice lime

  • 1 cup ice cubes

Directions

  • Fill a chilled copper mug with ice cubes to the top. Use a clean and suitable ice scoop to avoid any contamination of your ice cubes.
  • Pour the vodka into the copper mug over the ice, allowing it to chill immediately and blend evenly with the ginger beer.
  • Add the fresh lime juice into the mug. Ensure you use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavor integration.
  • Top off the mixture with ginger beer, taking care to pour gently to maintain the carbonation of the ginger beer.
  • Stir the contents of the mug gently with a bar spoon or a similar utensil until the ingredients are well combined.
  • Garnish with a slice of lime on the rim of the mug or floating on top for that signature Moscow Mule appeal.

Equipment

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Notes

  • Always use freshly squeezed lime juice and high-quality ginger beer for optimal flavor. If you don’t have copper mugs, ensure your glass is well-chilled to preserve the drink’s icy appeal.

What is in a Moscow Mule?

A Moscow mule is essentially a cocktail made with vodka, ginger beer, lime juice, and garnished with a slice or wedge of lime and mint. It’s considered a buck; therefore, it’s sometimes called a vodka buck. And they are served almost exclusively, in copper mugs. 

Why is a Moscow Mule Made in a Copper Mug?

Moscow Mules are best served cold; freezing cold. And there’s no better material for the job than copper. Copper conducts cold temperatures like you wouldn’t believe. The copper takes on the cold temperature of the liquid, aiding in that freezing feel and refreshing taste. And Copper mugs are, well, beautiful. If you want to learn a little bit more about copper mugs, take a look at this article that breaks down why copper mugs are used for Moscow Mules.

If you do not have a copper mug, stop reading and click on this link to buy a set of copper mugs today

Bartender topping-off a moscow mule with mint garnish.
Bartender topping-off a moscow mule with mint garnish.

How to Make a Moscow Mule

Don’t be intimidated by the non-glass mug and the additional ingredients. The Moscow Mule is a super simple drink to make.

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Freshly squeezed lime for moscow mule.

How to Make a Non-Alcoholic Moscow Mule

Are you looking for a non-alcoholic Moscow Mule recipe? No problem, just substitute the vodka with a little more ginger beer, and you have a super cold, super refreshing drink the whole family can enjoy.

Final thoughts

If you are looking for a refreshing cocktail that will both get you hydrated and hammered, you have to give this super fresh cocktail a try. You won’t regret it. And it just might cure that cold feel coming on.

Do you have a Moscow Mule recipe you love? Let us know in the comments. We would love to hear it. If you liked this post, click here to check out our blog where you will find tons of recipes just like this one. Thanks for reading, and as always, stay safe, stay home, get hammered.

The best moscow mule recipe (shockingly easy to make).
The best moscow mule recipe (shockingly easy to make).
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