Moscow Mule

Moscow Mule is bright, icy, and sharply refreshing, with clean vodka, zesty lime, and the warm bite of ginger beer. Served over crushed ice with mint and lime, it is simple to make and especially satisfying on a hot day.

Nutrition · per serving

180kcal

0.2gProtein

15.5gCarbs

0.1gFat

0.4gFiber

2 servings

Ingredients

6 items

Cocktail base

vodka100 ml

ginger beer300 ml

fresh lime juice40 ml

To serve

crushed ice400 g

lime1, cut into 4 wedges and 2 thin slices

fresh mint10 g

Tips

•For the best balance, use a spicy ginger beer rather than ginger ale.
•If your limes are very tart, add 5-10 ml simple syrup total, though a classic Mule is usually not overly sweet beyond the ginger beer.
•Chill the mugs or glasses for a few minutes beforehand if you want the drink to stay colder longer.
•A jigger makes measuring fast and accurate for beginner-friendly results.

Steps

1
Prepare 2 copper mugs or highball glasses. Cut the lime into 4 wedges for squeezing and garnish, plus 2 thin slices for decoration. Lightly clap the mint between your palms to release its aroma without bruising it too harshly.
1, cut into 4 wedges and 2 thin slices lime10 g fresh mint
2
Fill each mug about three-quarters full with crushed ice. Using crushed ice chills the drink quickly and gives the classic frosty texture.
400 g crushed ice
3
Divide the vodka and fresh lime juice evenly between the mugs. Stir briefly so the lime juice is distributed through the cold base.
100 ml vodka40 ml fresh lime juice
4
Top each mug with ginger beer, pouring gently to keep its carbonation lively. Give each drink one quick, gentle stir—too much stirring will flatten the fizz.
300 ml ginger beer
5
Garnish each mug with a lime wedge, a lime slice, and a few sprigs of mint. Serve immediately while the drink is very cold and sparkling.
1, cut into 4 wedges and 2 thin slices lime10 g fresh mint

Origin & History

The Moscow Mule was created in the United States in the 1940s, despite its Russian-sounding name. It helped popularize vodka in America and became famous for being served in a copper mug, with lime and ginger beer forming its signature combination.

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Steps

Prepare 2 copper mugs or highball glasses. Cut the lime into 4 wedges for squeezing and garnish, plus 2 thin slices for decoration. Lightly clap the mint between your palms to release its aroma without bruising it too harshly.

1, cut into 4 wedges and 2 thin slices lime10 g fresh mint

Fill each mug about three-quarters full with crushed ice. Using crushed ice chills the drink quickly and gives the classic frosty texture.

400 g crushed ice

Divide the vodka and fresh lime juice evenly between the mugs. Stir briefly so the lime juice is distributed through the cold base.

100 ml vodka40 ml fresh lime juice

Top each mug with ginger beer, pouring gently to keep its carbonation lively. Give each drink one quick, gentle stir—too much stirring will flatten the fizz.

300 ml ginger beer

Garnish each mug with a lime wedge, a lime slice, and a few sprigs of mint. Serve immediately while the drink is very cold and sparkling.

1, cut into 4 wedges and 2 thin slices lime10 g fresh mint