Holiday Mule Cocktail
A festive mule with vodka, ginger beer, cranberry, and lime—served ice cold in a copper mug and garnished for the holidays.
Equipment
- Copper mugs
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Bar spoon
- Strainer
- Citrus juicer
- Knife and cutting board
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka or gin, rum, or bourbon
- 4 oz ginger beer or ginger ale
- 1 oz lime juice fresh
- 1 oz cranberry juice or pomegranate juice
- Fresh cranberries or pomegranate seeds for garnish
- Rosemary sprig or mint leaves for garnish
- Bitters, apple cider, or cinnamon stick optional
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Fill a copper mug with ice cubes.
- Add vodka, lime juice, and cranberry juice into a shaker. Shake lightly to mix, then strain into the mug.
- Top with ginger beer. Stir gently with a bar spoon.
- Garnish with cranberries, rosemary, or pomegranate seeds. Add a cinnamon stick or apple slice for extra festivity.
Notes
Fresh lime juice and a copper mug keep it crisp. Swap spirits for variety. For a lighter drink, skip the alcohol and use ginger ale and juice. Set out festive garnishes for party fun.