Pomegranate Moscow Mule Punch Cocktail Recipe

I love mixing up cocktails that look beautiful and taste great, too. That’s why I’m sharing my favorite recipe for a Pomegranate Moscow Mule Punch.

This is an easy way to make a refreshing drink with the sweet and tart flavor of pomegranate and the classic ginger kick of a Moscow Mule.

Whenever I serve this punch at parties, my friends always ask for the recipe. It’s simple to put together, and you can make a big batch so everyone gets a glass.

If you want to impress your guests or just try a new twist on a classic cocktail, you might want to keep reading.

Pomegranate Moscow Mule Punch Cocktail Recipe

I like to make a big batch of Pomegranate Moscow Mule Punch for gatherings. The drink mixes sweet pomegranate juice with tangy lime and zesty ginger beer.

It’s best served in copper mugs with plenty of ice, fruit, and mint for a fresh, cool taste.

Equipment

• Large punch bowl
• Sturdy wooden spoon or ladle
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Cocktail shaker (optional, for mixing before pouring into the punch bowl)
• Copper mugs or any sturdy drinking glasses
• Small knife (for slicing lime wedges)
• Ice cube tray (for lots of fresh ice)
• Serving spoon or ladle (for scooping punch into mugs)
• Small bowl (for holding pomegranate arils and mint leaves)
• Cutting board
• Strainer (optional, if you want to strain juice for smoothness)

Ingredients

• 2 cups pomegranate juice (chilled)
• 2 cups ginger beer (chilled)
• 1 cup vodka
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 3 tbsp simple syrup (or more to taste)
• 1/3 cup pomegranate arils
• 1/3 cup mint leaves (plus extra for garnish)
• Ice cubes (enough to fill serving mugs)
• Lime wedges (for garnish)

If you like a little extra sweetness, you can swap in ginger syrup for simple syrup or add both. Pick quality ginger beer for the strongest ginger taste.

I always use fresh lime juice for the best flavor. It really does make a difference.

Instructions

• Add ice cubes to a large punch bowl.
• Pour in pomegranate juice, vodka, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.
• Stir until mixed.
• Slowly add ginger beer and mix gently to keep bubbles.
• Add pomegranate arils and mint leaves to the punch.
• Use a ladle to pour punch into copper mugs filled with extra ice.
• Garnish each mug with lime wedges and more mint leaves.
• Optional: Shake juice, vodka, and lime in a cocktail shaker before putting in the bowl for more chill and mixing.

I like to prep everything but the ginger beer ahead of time, then pour it in right before serving so it stays fizzy.

Notes

For the brightest taste, I chill all my mixers and mugs before making the punch.

Freezing the copper mugs keeps the drink icy cold longer. Pomegranate seeds—sometimes called arils—add color and a tart pop when you bite them.

If you like your drink less sweet, use only half the simple syrup and taste before adding more.

You can swap vodka for ginger syrup to make a non-alcoholic punch. Fresh herbs like mint lift the flavor and make each mug look special.

I always recommend tasting before serving and adjusting lime or syrup based on how tart or sweet you want it.

Tasting Notes

When I take a sip of the Pomegranate Moscow Mule Punch, the first thing that hits me is that balance—sweet and tart, neither one hogging the spotlight.

Pomegranate juice gives it this lush, fruity backbone, but it’s not cloying or in-your-face.

The ginger beer brings a sharp, fizzy kick, honestly making it one of the most refreshing cocktails I’ve had in a while.

There’s a hint of lime too, brightening everything up and keeping it from feeling heavy.

Vodka adds a touch of earthiness, but it’s subtle—it just sort of hangs out in the background, smoothing out the fruit and spice.

And that color? Deep red, almost jewel-like, which makes it look surprisingly festive in a glass.

I like how the ice keeps it chilly and crisp, so the flavors stay lively.

Here’s what stands out to me in every glass:

• Sweetness from pomegranate
• Zesty lime
• Warming ginger
• Fresh, cold finish

Honestly, it’s the kind of drink that’s hard to have just one of, especially with friends around. The flavors are gentle enough that it works with snacks and feels right at home at a party.