Classic Christmas Mule With Ginger Beer And Cranberry Juice
This festive twist on the classic Moscow Mule blends vodka, cranberry juice, fresh lime, and ginger beer for a refreshing and holiday-ready cocktail served in a frosty copper mug.
Equipment
- Copper mug
- Cocktail shaker
- Measuring jigger
- Bar spoon
- Citrus juicer
- Ice scoop
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka plain or cranberry flavored
- 2 oz cranberry juice unsweetened or cocktail
- 0.5 oz lime juice fresh
- 4 oz ginger beer cold, or up to 6 oz
- 0.5 oz simple syrup optional
- ice cubes to fill mug
- fresh cranberries for garnish
- lime wedge for garnish
- rosemary sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Fill your copper mug with ice cubes.
- Add vodka, cranberry juice, and lime juice.
- Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine.
- Top with cold ginger beer and stir lightly again.
- Taste and add simple syrup if you prefer it sweeter.
- Garnish with cranberries, lime wedge, and a rosemary sprig.
Notes
Adjust cranberry juice and syrup to taste. For a deeper berry flavor, use cranberry vodka. Copper mugs keep drinks extra cold and elevate presentation.