Festive Cranberry Moscow Mule
A refreshing holiday cocktail combining tart cranberries, spicy ginger beer, and zesty lime served in a classic copper mug.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz vodka
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- Ginger beer (to top)
- Ice cubes
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Chill your copper mug in the freezer for a few minutes.
- Fill the mug about halfway with ice cubes.
- Pour 2 oz of vodka over the ice.
- Add 2 oz of cranberry juice and adjust based on your preferred tartness.
- Squeeze 1 oz of fresh lime juice into the mug.
- Top with ginger beer, leaving a little room for garnish.
- Gently stir everything together using a cocktail spoon.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries, a sprig of mint, and optionally a lime wheel.
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, skip the vodka or replace it with sparkling water. Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor, and chill everything beforehand for a refreshing drink.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10
- Carbohydrates: 12
Keywords: Cranberry Moscow Mule, Holiday Cocktail, Festive Drink, Ginger Beer Cocktail, Easy Cocktail Recipe