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Published: Jan 17, 2019 · Modified: Jun 24, 2020 by Kathy · This post may contain affiliate links

Moscow Mule

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A copper mug filled with a clear beverage and topped with a fresh sprig of mint.

Refreshing Moscow Mule made with fresh squeezed lime juice, fresh mint, vodka and ginger ale! This delicious Moscow Mule is perfect for anytime of the year.

A Moscow Mule in a glass with a lime wedge on top.

Have you ever had a Moscow Mule? I received a nifty set of copper mugs for Christmas and they are perfect for a Moscow Mule.  

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Ginger Ale or Ginger Beer?
Tips for making a Moscow Mule:
Why a Copper Mug?
Moscow Mule

Ginger Ale or Ginger Beer?

To be totally honest with you, I had never had this drink before, but now I'm totally hooked!  We had a bit of discussion around using ginger ale or ginger beer. Traditionally Moscow Mules are made with ginger beer, but it can also be made with ginger ale.

We only had ginger ale on hand, so guess what we ended up using? Yep, ginger ale!

Most people are familiar with ginger ale, but what is ginger beer? Ginger ale and beer are similar, although ginger beer has a stronger ginger taste.  Don't let the name beer through you off. Ginger beer is a non-alcoholic beverage.

I find ginger ale easier to locate. Not all stores carry ginger beer.

Fresh cut limes and mint for in front of Moscow Mule mugs.

This drink is made with fresh squeezed lime juice, mint, vodka and ginger ale. Typically the mint is just served as a garnish, but I really like the added taste of the mint so I added few torn leaves  to my beverage.

Tips for making a Moscow Mule:

  • Use fresh squeezed lime juice
  • Use fresh mint
  • Use ginger ale or ginger beer
  • Use a shot glass to measure all ingredients - be careful though, not all shot glasses are the same size
  • Mix your beverage in a mixing glass first
  • Fill your copper mug or glass with ice and pour mixed beverage over top
  • Garnish with additional mint and a lime wedge

Why a Copper Mug?

  • The copper mug is reported to make the beverage colder
  • When you spot a beverage in a copper mug, it is most often a Moscow Mule, although the mugs can certainly be used for just about any beverage
  • You don't need to use a copper mug - any type of glass works

A copper mug filled with a Moscow Mule made with ginger ale

I haven't put a lot of drink recipes on my blog. I have Elderberry Vodka which is vodka infused with fresh elderberries. I also have a few non-alcoholic beverages including fresh squeezed lemonade, raspberry lemonade, limeade and hot chocolate!

You can find these nifty copper mugs here.

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A copper mug filled with a clear beverage and topped with a fresh sprig of mint.

 

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Moscow Mule made with ginger ale, fresh lime juice, vodka and mint.

Moscow Mule

Kathy
Refreshing alcoholic beverage made with fresh limes, mint, vodka and ginger ale
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Course Beverage
Cuisine American
Servings 2 people
Calories 105 kcal
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz lime juice (fresh squeezed)
  • 2 oz vodka
  • 6 oz ginger ale
  • 12 mint leaves
  • ice

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing glass add lime juice, vodka and ginger ale. Tear mint leaves into small pieces and add to glass. Stir well,
    2 oz lime juice, 2 oz vodka, 6 oz ginger ale, 12 mint leaves
  • Fill copper mugs or glasses with ice.
    ice
  • Pour mixed beverage over ice.
  • Garnish with a fresh lime wedge and a sprig of fresh mint.

Notes

Beverage can be strained while pouring over ice to remove torn mint leaves if desired.

Nutritional Disclaimer:

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 105kcalCarbohydrates: 10gSodium: 8mgPotassium: 67mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 255IUVitamin C: 10.4mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg
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  1. Adina says

    January 22, 2019 at 6:31 am

    Oh, I had Moscow mule in a cocktail bar a few months ago, loved it! Definitely something I would make at home, for guests, of course... 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      January 24, 2019 at 4:14 pm

      It's perfect for guests! 🙂

      Reply
  2. David @ Spiced says

    January 21, 2019 at 5:04 am

    5 stars
    Oh man, we love a good Moscow Mule around here! We've tried several ginger beers, and each one tastes a little different. We finally settled on one that's not as sweet as the others. Also, have you ever tried a Moscow Mule with bourbon instead of vodka? We call it a Kentucky Mule, and we actually prefer it more than the vodka version. Give it a shot!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      January 21, 2019 at 5:35 am

      I haven't tried it with bourbon, but I think I'll need to give it a try. Another reader suggested rum instead of vodka. I think I have a few different versions to try!

      Reply
  3. Fran @ G'day Souffle' says

    January 19, 2019 at 8:23 am

    Looks so refreshing- and it's the kind of alcoholic drink I like- tasty and goes down the hatch easily!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      January 21, 2019 at 2:18 pm

      Goes down nice and easy!

      Reply
  4. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    January 17, 2019 at 6:39 am

    5 stars
    A favourite for sure! Pinning and trying yours soon...just what I need to brighten up these cold winter days 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      January 18, 2019 at 5:20 am

      All those limes just add a brightness to any day!

      Reply
  5. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    January 17, 2019 at 6:08 am

    5 stars
    Moscow Mule is one of my favorite cocktails! Thanks for sharing!! Cheers!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      January 18, 2019 at 5:20 am

      Thanks! It's such a fun drink!

      Reply

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