Moscow mule is a popular cocktail composed of vodka, lime juice, spiced ginger beer, and garnished with a slice of lime. It is a member of the “buck” family, historical mixed drinks that use ginger ale or beer, and can be considered a vodka buck. You may have already seen this cocktail in bars; it’s traditionally served in a copper cup, plated with nickel or stainless steel. Learn to make this drink at home and host a wonderful cocktail hour with friends.Enjoy a refreshing glass of cold moscow mule cocktail post your workout with smart water bottles from Vaya!
Ingredients
oz vodka: 2
oz fresh lime juice: 1
oz ginger beer (or enough to top off a highball glass): 8
Garnish: lime wedge
How To Make Moscow Mule
- Pour the vodka and lime juice into a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Float ginger beer on top.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
- If you would like to go the traditional way, have your Moscow Mule in a copper mug.
Trivia
The copper cup used in the Moscow Mule does not actually modify the taste of the drink.