Christmas Moscow Mule Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What makes a good Moscow Mule cup? ›

Your solid copper mug should have enough space to accommodate the standard ingredients and ice to ensure you have a balanced co*cktail true to the heritage of the Moscow Mule. Including ice, the typical mule needs 14 to 16 ounces of space in a copper mug. The ideal mug has a volume between 16 and 20 ounces.

Fever Tree in my opinion is the best ginger brew for a Moscow mule. This makes a good mixer because the flavor is light and refreshing with no artificial taste and it has just enough kick from the ginger. It also has just the right amount of carbonation and sweetness.

In a pinch, ginger ale will work as a substitute for ginger beer in a Moscow mule, however the citrusy, zingy flavor that the ginger beer normally brings will be a lot more muted. Ginger ale will make your Moscow mule a lot more sweet and bubbly.

Though the Moscow Mule takes its name from a city in Russia, it is a thoroughly American invention. It even has a few variations like the Mexican Mule or the Kentucky Mule. One common thing is that mules should always be served in copper mugs.

Much like French Toast; the Moscow Mule was not created in the place it is named after. In fact, the only link to Russia evident in the creation of the Moscow Mule is Sophie Berezinski, a Russian-American immigrant who created the original design for the mule mug in her father's copper factory.

Moscow mule purists know that tradition isn't the only reason the drink is served in a copper mug: The cold metal insulates the temperature of the chilled ginger beer, keeping the co*cktail cool and refreshing. Some experts say that the mug enhances the individual flavors of the ginger beer, vodka, and lime.

1) Vodka. Tito's brand vodka is my go-t0 for Moscow mules. Tito's is affordable, high quality and made not-so-far-away in Austin, Texas. The ginger beer dominates the other flavors so much that any decent vodka on your shelf will do, really.

What alcohol goes in Moscow mules? ›

Vodka: Moscow mules are traditionally made with vodka. Lime: You'll need the juice for the drink and a wedge for garnish. Ice: Moscow mules are cold served over ice. Ginger beer: Not to be confused with ginger ale!

Ginger root, a plant indigenous to southern China, contains hundreds of compounds that provide several important benefits to those who ingest it. Drinking ginger beer can help reduce inflammation, promote digestion, relieve nausea, and even help in the prevention of cancer.

Fill copper mug with ice (crushed is recommended). Pour in vodka and lime juice then top off with Canada Dry® Ginger Beer. Stir to mix.

Dark and Stormy co*cktail

Most people consider this the rum version of a Moscow mule...the Dark and Stormy!

Fill your mule cup with ice, pour in the SMIRNOFF Red White and Merry vodka, top with ginger beer and give it a gentle stir. That's it! I also like to garnish my Red White and Merry Christmas mules with fresh mint, cranberries and a slice of orange to make it extra festive.

Make It Yourself

Fill a copper mule glass with ice. Pour whiskey, ginger syrup and lime juice in shaker and shake. Strain into glass and top up with ginger beer. Add a flourish of green with a lime wedge.

A Tennessee Mule is a co*cktail made with Tennessee whiskey, lime juice and ginger beer. It's delightfully refreshing, with a nice zing from the ginger and a bright zest from the limes, all to balance out that bit of whiskey.

The Mexican Mule trades the vodka usually found in the Moscow Mule for tequila, and the result is spicy, sour, and delicious. Fill copper mugs with ice, top with tequila, lime juice, ginger beer, and stir for a five-star concoction that's perfect for sipping on a hot day.