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Cherry Moscow Mule Cocktail

Cherry Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe
A refreshing twist on the classic Moscow Mule, blending vodka, ginger beer, lime, and cherry for a bright, fruity, and slightly spicy cocktail served best in a chilled copper mug.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Copper mug
  • Cocktail shaker
  • Muddler
  • Jigger
  • Bar spoon
  • Strainer
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Ice scoop

Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 4 oz ginger beer or ginger ale for a milder version
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz grenadine
  • 4-5 fresh pitted cherries plus extra for garnish
  • Ice cubes
  • Lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

  • Add pitted cherries to a cocktail shaker and gently muddle.
  • Add vodka, lime juice, and grenadine.
  • Fill shaker with ice and shake for 10–15 seconds.
  • Strain into a copper mug filled with ice.
  • Top with ginger beer.
  • Stir gently with a bar spoon.
  • Garnish with fresh cherries and a lime wedge.

Notes

Use fresh lime juice for brightness. Adjust grenadine to taste for sweetness. Swap vodka for gin for herbal notes, or replace ginger beer with ginger ale for a softer flavor.