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Christmas Moscow Mule Recipe

Christmas Moscow Mule

Afestive cranberry Moscow Mule made with vodka, tart cranberry juice, freshlime, and spicy ginger beer. It is a quick, refreshing Christmas cocktail witha beautiful red color and holiday garnish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Course: Holiday Beverage
Cuisine: American, Christmas Moscow Mule recipe, cranberry Moscow Mule, holiday cocktail
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz vodka
  • 8 oz cranberry juice
  • 8 oz chilled ginger beer
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • Ice cubes or crushed ice as needed
  • 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
  • 10 to 12 fresh cranberries
  • 2 lime wedges or wheels
  • ¼ to ½ oz simple syrup per drink optional

Method
 

  1. Chill two copper mugs or highball glasses in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes, if possible.
  2. Fill each mug with ice.
  3. Add 2 oz vodka and ½ oz fresh lime juice to each mug.
  4. Pour 4 oz cranberry juice into each mug and stir gently.
  5. Top each drink with 4 oz chilled ginger beer.
  6. Stir once gently to combine without losing the fizz.
  7. Garnish each cocktail with a rosemary sprig, fresh cranberries, and a lime wheel.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use 100% cranberry juice for a tarter, more vibrant cocktail; use cranberry juice cocktail for a sweeter drink.
  • For a pitcher serving eight, combine 16 oz vodka, 32 oz cranberry juice, and 4 oz lime juice ahead of time; add ginger beer just before serving.
  • Replace cranberry juice with pomegranate juice for a pomegranate Christmas Mule.