Orange Cranberry Mule Cocktail Recipe
This festive twist on a classic Moscow Mule combines orange and cranberry flavors for a tasty holiday drink. The recipe is easy to follow and uses simple ingredients.
Equipment
- Copper mug or highball glass
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Bar spoon
- Knife and cutting board
- Ice
Ingredients
For one cocktail, you'll need:
- 2 oz vodka
- 1/2 oz orange liqueur
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 4-6 oz ginger beer
- Ice
- Orange slice and fresh cranberries for garnish
Use high-quality vodka for the best taste. Fresh lime juice is better than bottled. Choose a spicy ginger beer for more kick.
Instructions
- Fill a copper mug or glass with ice.
- Add vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, and lime juice.
- Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine.
- Top with ginger beer.
- Garnish with an orange slice and a few fresh cranberries.
- Serve right away and enjoy!
The drink should be cold and fizzy. Adjust the ginger beer amount to taste. Stir before drinking to mix the flavors.
Notes
This recipe is flexible. Try different vodka flavors like vanilla or cranberry. For a non-alcoholic version, skip the vodka and use more cranberry juice.
Make a big batch for parties by multiplying the ingredients. Add the ginger beer just before serving to keep it fizzy.
The drink may separate as it sits. Give it a quick stir before sipping. For the best flavor, use fresh juices and ripe fruit for garnishes.