American
Easy
Moscow Mule
A refreshing and zesty cocktail, the Moscow Mule is a simple yet invigorating blend of vodka, spicy ginger beer, and fresh lime juice, traditionally served in a copper mug.
Moscow Mule
Vodka
Ginger Beer
Lime
Refreshing
Cocktail
4.7 / 5
4 min
Prep Time
Servings
$6.00
Ingredients
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Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Chill the mug
Fill a copper mug (or highball glass) with 1 serving of ice. This helps to keep the drink extra cold and highlights the refreshing quality of the Moscow Mule.
💡 Tips:
- •A copper mug is traditional and keeps the drink colder due to copper's thermal conductivity.
Estimated time: 1 min
2
Add vodka and lime juice
Add 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka and 0.75 ounce (22.5 ml) fresh lime juice directly into the chilled copper mug with the ice.
💡 Tips:
- •Always use fresh lime juice for the best, brightest flavor.
Estimated time: 1 min
3
Top with ginger beer
Top the mixture with 4 ounces (120 ml) of high-quality ginger beer. Pour gently to preserve the carbonation.
💡 Tips:
- •Choose a good, spicy ginger beer for a pronounced ginger kick.
Estimated time: 1 min
4
Garnish and serve
Stir gently once or twice to combine the ingredients. Garnish with 1 fresh lime wedge.
💡 Tips:
- •Avoid over-stirring to maintain the carbonation of the ginger beer.
Estimated time: 1 min
Flavor Profile
Spicy
Ginger
Citrusy
Refreshing
Alcohol Content
10-15% ABV (approx.)
Enjoy responsibly!
Fun Fact
The Moscow Mule was instrumental in popularizing vodka in the United States during the 1940s and 1950s. Its creation is credited to a vodka distributor, a ginger beer producer, and a bartender in Los Angeles.
Bartender's Tips
- 💡Experiment with different brands of ginger beer to find your preferred level of spiciness and sweetness.
- 💡For a 'Kentucky Mule', use bourbon instead of vodka. For a 'Mexican Mule', use tequila.
- 💡You can add a slice of cucumber or a sprig of mint for an extra layer of freshness.
- 💡Ensure all ingredients are well-chilled before mixing for the most refreshing result.
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