Are you ready to be in the holiday “spirit?” Of course, there are so many wonderful holiday details and happenings to be seen lately, and it really makes me feel like it is the most wonderful time of the year. However, it wouldn’t be the holidays without a festive cocktail or two, so today’s Cranberry Moscow Mule should do the trick: it’s an easy to make and oh so delicious drink everyone will enjoy…and is perfect for today’s Sunday Supper of libational recipes!
You’ve probably seen them on drink menus everywhere: the Moscow Mule has been so very popular in the last year or so. Part of it might be the simple and delicious flavor…some of it might be the allure of the eye catching copper mug it is served in. I have to admit: it drew my attention from the start!
Admittedly, I am not one for crafting cocktails with 100 different ingredients: I like to keep it simple, and this Cranberry Moscow Mule contains the bar staples I pretty much always have on hand. My biggest challenge with this drink is finding my favorite ginger beer to use. I am telling you – I’ve probably sampled every label there is out there. Some are more sweet, some are more spicy…it just depends. Ginger beer is pretty easy to find nowadays (I have even seen it in my local grocery store), but if you really are in a pinch and can’t procure ginger beer, you could substitute some ginger ale. It won’t be exactly the same, but hey: sometimes you have to improvise. If you wanted to create a virgin version of this drink, simply leave out the vodka – it will still be a festive and tasty beverage (note: ginger beer is non-alcoholic….despite the name “beer”).
As for the mugs: I highly recommend getting a set of copper ones if you love a Moscow Mule as much as I do. Although it isn’t a required piece of the puzzle for this cocktail, it really does add an extra bit of excitement. Plus – the copper mug keeps your beverage cold for SO much longer than a regular glass. I’ve been seeing copper mugs everywhere lately – even at Target! This particular set, however, was a gift from Justin. Our pair are handcrafted 100% copper (no stainless steel inside like you see on a lot of the mugs), and I love the hammered, rustic look!
So – what are your favorite libational recipes you enjoy during the holiday season?
- 1 ounce vodka
- 3 ounces ginger beer
- 1 ounce cranberry juice
- Squeeze of lime (about ¼ of a lime)
- Fill a copper mug ⅔ full with crushed ice.
- Add ginger beer, cranberry juice, and lime. Stir gently to combine.
- Enjoy!
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Make sure you check out all of the amazing libational recipes from the Sunday Supper family today!
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That’s it! You have given me the nudge to get some of those Moscow Mule mugs and try one for the first time. Cheers!
I had my first Moscow Mule on a cruise we took a few years ago. From then, they’ve become a favorite of mine. This one you’ve made with cranberry is a must try…and, you’re right, I do love those copper mugs 🙂
I’ve never heard of Moscow Mule but the ingredients are all something I’d love…way too much! The mugs, yeah I need them too!
I love moscow mules! Yummy!!!
I love Moscow mules. Those mugs, the crushed ice. Perfect!
Love this cranberry version of a classic drink!
My girlfriend is a huge Moscow Mule fan, I have to show her this one!!
I now need some copper mugs!! Such a delicious twist on a classic cocktail!
I would LOVE this! I’ve never had a Moscow Mule – how has that happened??!!
I’m ready to try one!
Yes! The simpler the drink, the faster it gets in me!!
This might the best way ever to Keep Calm and Jingle On that I’ve heard of 😉 Happy holidays, lovely!
This just reminds me of all the ginger beer I drank in England looking for … well its non-alcoholic cousin! Love the moscow mule and this twist on it!
Moscow Mules are a fav in our house and I love this version!
This is definitely one my grandma would love, she’s a fan of all these ingredients
I always thought the original ginger beer (and that used in Moscow Mules long ago) was actually alcoholic due to the fermenting ginger within the ginger beer. There are many non-alcoholic versions these days, but the tastiest Moscow Mules (IMO) use Crabbies Ginger Beer (from the UK, available in US), which is alcoholic and oh-so-delicious!
Have you tried it this way? It packs a punch! These might be the #1 thing I miss while being pregnant… Well, tied with sushi! 😉
You cranberry’d up one of my *favorite* drinks, I love it! Must try soon!! And that justifies me buying those awesome copper mugs, right? I think so. 🙂
This is fabulous and I love the mugs!!
My husband loves this drink! He buys ginger beer at Costco by the case and drinks the soda without the alcohol. I need to get him copper mugs. This isn’t my kind of drink but maybe with the cranberry juice….
I have actually never had a Moscow Mule before. Love the mugs and the napkins are adorable!