The Berry Bunny Mule is a fun twist on the classic Moscow Mule cocktail. This drink adds a fruity and sweet touch to the traditional ginger beer and vodka mix. The recipe combines vodka, ginger beer, lime juice, and berry syrup for a refreshing and colorful drink.
The Berry Bunny Mule gets its name from the addition of berry flavors to the mule cocktail base. It’s a great choice for spring and summer gatherings or anytime you want a bright and tasty drink.
The berry syrup can be made with different types of berries, allowing for variety in flavor and color.
This cocktail is easy to make at home with just a few ingredients. It’s served in a copper mug like a traditional Moscow Mule, which helps keep the drink cold. The Berry Bunny Mule offers a balance of sweet, tart, and spicy flavors that many people enjoy.
Berry Bunny Mule Cocktail Recipe
Equipment
- Copper mug or tall glass
- Jigger (for measuring)
- Muddler
- Bar spoon
- Ice scoop
- Strainer
Ingredients
For one Berry Bunny Mule, gather these items:
- 2 oz vodka
- 4-5 fresh berries strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 4-6 oz ginger beer
- Ice
- Mint sprig and extra berries for garnish
Feel free to mix berry types for more flavor. Use a high-quality ginger beer for the best taste. Fresh lime juice is better than bottled for a brighter flavor.
Instructions
Follow these steps to make a Berry Bunny Mule:
- Add berries to the mug or glass. Muddle gently to release juices.
- Pour in vodka and lime juice.
- Fill the mug with ice.
- Top with ginger beer.
- Stir gently with a bar spoon.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and extra berries.
Taste and adjust as needed. Add more ginger beer for a lighter drink, or more vodka for a stronger one. The goal is a balanced mix of fruit, spice, and alcohol.
Notes
Tasting Notes
The Berry Bunny Mule cocktail offers a burst of fruity flavors. Its taste is sweet and tangy, with a hint of spice from the ginger beer.
The berry flavors shine through, giving the drink a bright and refreshing quality. Strawberries and raspberries create a balanced sweetness that’s not too overpowering.
The vodka provides a smooth base, while the lime juice adds a zesty kick. Ginger beer brings a subtle warmth and fizz to round out the drink.
The cocktail has a pleasant pink hue that matches its fruity taste. It’s light and easy to drink, making it perfect for warm weather or casual gatherings.
The finish is crisp and clean, leaving a subtle berry aftertaste. The ginger beer’s spice lingers gently, inviting another sip.
Substitute
Berry Bunny Mule cocktails can be made with different ingredients if some are not available.
The main spirit, vodka, can be swapped for gin or white rum. These alternatives keep the drink’s crisp, refreshing character.
For a non-alcoholic version, replace vodka with extra ginger beer or club soda. This creates a tasty mocktail that everyone can enjoy.
If fresh berries aren’t on hand, use frozen ones or berry puree.
These work well in the drink and add the same fruity flavor. Strawberry jam can also be used as a quick substitute.
No ginger beer? Mix ginger ale with a splash of lime juice instead. This mimics the spicy-sweet taste of ginger beer.
Lime juice is key for the mule’s tang.
If limes are scarce, try lemon juice or a mix of lemon and orange juices. These citrus fruits provide a similar zesty kick.
For garnish, mint leaves can replace the traditional lime wedge.
They add a fresh aroma and look pretty in the glass.