Pomegranate Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe

A Moscow Mule gets a fresh twist with sweet and tart pomegranate juice. This bright red cocktail adds festive color and unique flavor to the classic copper mug drink.

The Pomegranate Moscow Mule combines vodka, ginger beer, lime juice, and pomegranate juice for a refreshing cocktail that takes just 5 minutes to make. The pomegranate seeds float in the drink and make perfect garnishes.

The recipe works well for parties since it can be made one drink at a time or mixed in big batches. The ingredients are easy to find at most grocery stores, making it simple to create this drink at home.

Pomegranate Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe

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This tangy cocktail combines sweet pomegranate juice with spicy ginger beer and vodka for a fresh twist on the classic Moscow Mule.

John

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Serving Size 1

Equipment

• Copper Moscow Mule mug
• Jigger or measuring cup
• Bar spoon
• Ice bucket
• Knife and cutting board

Ingredients

• 2 oz vodka
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 2 oz pomegranate juice
• 4 oz ginger beer
• Ice cubes
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish
• Pomegranate seeds for garnish
• Lime wedge for garnish

Instructions

• Fill a copper Moscow Mule mug with ice cubes.
• Pour vodka, lime juice, and pomegranate juice into the mug.
• Stir gently with a bar spoon to mix the liquids.
• Top with ginger beer and give one quick stir.
• Add fresh mint leaves, pomegranate seeds, and a lime wedge as garnish.

Notes

The copper mug keeps the drink extra cold and adds to the traditional experience.

Fresh pomegranate juice makes a big difference in taste compared to bottled versions.

Store copper mugs in the freezer for 30 minutes before serving to keep drinks colder longer.

Don’t over-stir after adding ginger beer or it will lose its fizz.

Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less pomegranate juice to taste.

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Tasting Notes

The Pomegranate Moscow Mule offers a bright mix of sweet and tangy flavors. The fresh pomegranate juice adds a crisp tartness that balances the spicy ginger beer perfectly.

A light copper color shines through the clear glass, topped with tiny bubbles from the ginger beer. The drink gives off a strong aroma of fresh ginger and sweet pomegranate.

The first sip brings forward the bold taste of vodka, followed by a zingy kick from the ginger beer. The pomegranate juice adds a fruity sweetness that lingers on the tongue.

Key Flavor Notes:

• Sweet pomegranate
• Spicy ginger
• Crisp lime
• Clean vodka

The drink starts sweet and ends with a pleasant ginger burn. Fresh lime juice cuts through the sweetness and adds a needed citrus bite.

Each sip feels refreshing with its mix of bubbles and ice. The drink stays cold thanks to the copper mug, which keeps the ginger beer fizzy longer.

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Substitute

The classic pomegranate Moscow Mule can be made with different ingredients when the main ones aren’t available. Here are some common substitutions:

Instead of Pomegranate Juice:

• Cranberry juice
• Cherry juice
• Raspberry juice
• Blackberry juice

Instead of Ginger Beer:

• Ginger ale (less spicy)
• Sparkling water + ginger syrup
• Ginger kombucha

Instead of Vodka:

• Gin
• White rum
• Tequila
• Non-alcoholic version: Skip the vodka and add extra ginger beer

The copper mug can be replaced with any tall glass. Glass or stainless steel works well to keep drinks cold.

Fresh lime juice gives the best taste, but bottled lime juice works too.

Use 1 tablespoon bottled juice to replace each fresh lime.

For garnish, skip the pomegranate seeds and use:

• Fresh mint leaves
• Lime wedges
• Fresh berries
• Crystallized ginger