Cranberry Moscow Mules

Cranberry Moscow Mules are a fall twist on a classic cocktail.

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Cranberry Moscow Mules are a fall twist on a classic cocktail

Moscow Mules seemed to be all of the rage last year, but I was never impressed. They were alright, but not something I’d choose or get excited about. And I doubted that I could finish a whole one.

But Moscow Mules were everywhere – all over the blogs, on many restaurant menus. What was wrong with me? Did I just try them on an off day? And then I started experimenting with versions made with some other flavor – a bright fruit juice or an herb – and my opinion changed. I found that while I might not get excited about a traditional Moscow Mule, I enjoyed the drink much more when there was some fun twist to the original recipe.

My go-to version is a Cranberry Moscow Mule. I always have a couple bottles of fresh cranberry juice in the pantry and a bag of cranberries in the freezer (stashed away when they’re plentiful in fall), making it easy for me to mix up any time I wanted a change from my evening glass of wine.

Cranberry Moscow Mules are a fall twist on a classic cocktail

What do you think about the Moscow Mule? Do you enjoy the traditional version or do you have a favorite variation you enjoy? Please leave a comment and tell me! I’m always on the look out for new flavor combinations.

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Cranberry Moscow Mules

Cranberry Moscow Mules are a fall twist on a classic cocktail.

Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 Drink
Calories 256 kcal
Author Liz

Ingredients

  • 2 oz. good-quality vodka I like Grey Goose
  • 4 oz. cranberry juice
  • 1/2 oz. freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 4ish oz. ginger beer
  • fresh or frozen cranberries and a lime slice for garnish optional

Instructions

  1. In a copper mug or your choice glassware (mugs hold 12 oz.), fill a third of the way with ice. Add vodka, cranberry juice, lime juice, and ginger beer. Stir gently. Garnish with cranberries and lime slice, if desired.
  2. Serve immediately.


 

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8 thoughts on “Cranberry Moscow Mules”

  1. I always love making one signature drink for parties. This would be perfect for a fall gathering. I was never impressed either but your version sounds yummy.

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