Moscow Mule
Vodka and fresh lime lengthened with spicy ginger beer, traditionally served in a frosty copper mug. Zingy, effervescent and ready in moments.
10% ABVMediumPunch & Party
Easy
Difficulty
3 min
Time
182 Cal
Calories
Flavor profile
Vodka
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Vodka1 ½ oz
- Lime Juice¼ oz
- Ginger Ale4 oz
Ingredient substitutions
No exact bottle on the shelf? These swaps keep Moscow Mule close to the original.
Instead of Vodka
- Gin— adds botanical notes
- White Rum— a touch sweeter
Instead of Lime Juice
- Lemon Juice— softer citrus
Instead of Ginger Ale
- Ginger Beer— spicier, more ginger bite
Instructions
In an Mule Cup or rocks glass, combine the vodka and ginger beer.
Add lime juice and gently stir to involve all ingredients.
Garnish with a lime slice.
Pairs well with
Spicy ginger and lime cut through rich, savory dumplings and fried bites:
- Pork pot stickers
- Beef sliders with pickles
- Sweet potato fries
- Cucumber dill bites
Similar taste
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