A Cranberry Moscow Mule is a festive twist on the classic Moscow Mule cocktail, featuring the tart and seasonal flavor of cranberry juice. It’s made with just a handful of ingredients including cranberry juice, ginger beer and vodka.
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A Cranberry Moscow Mule is the easiest, tastiest vodka drink you can serve this holiday season.
It has the best, seasonal flavor to serve during Thanksgiving or Christmas holiday gatherings.
To make this cocktail, we use good-quality vodka, cranberry juice, and ginger beer. The balance of these ingredients is key to a delicious Moscow Mule.
Why This Recipe Works
This is a very simple, quick, and easy cocktail recipe to prepare.
It has delicious, seasonal flavor that is absolutely perfect for the holidays.
You can make a single serving or a batch for parties and other special celebrations.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Ingredients
- 3 ounces cranberry juice: you can try different types of cranberry juice (such as cranberry juice cocktail which is sweet or 100% pure cranberry juice which is more tart) to find the level of sweetness that suits your taste.
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce lime juice: squeeze fresh lime juice for a bright and zesty flavor. This adds a refreshing element to the cocktail that complements the sweetness of the cranberry.
- 4 ounces ginger beer
- Frozen cranberries (optional, for serving): using frozen cranberries as a garnish not only adds visual appeal but also helps keep the drink cold without diluting it. It’s a festive and functional touch.
- Rosemary sprigs (optional, for serving): the rosemary sprigs add a fragrant herbal note to the cocktail. Give them a gentle clap between your hands before placing them on top to release their aroma.
- Lime slices (optional, for serving): adding lime slices as a garnish not only contributes to the drink’s visual appeal but also allows individuals to customize the level of citrus in their drink.
The full recipe and instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Prep!
There is no significant prep work for this recipe, however it is recommended to chill a copper mug prior to preparation.
Chef’s Tip: ensure the copper mug is well-chilled before assembling the drink. This helps to keep the cocktail cold and enhances the refreshing nature of the Moscow Mule.
Create!
Fill a copper mug with ice and add the vodka, cranberry juice, and lime juice.
Top with the ginger beer.
Present!
Serve garnished with frozen cranberries, rosemary springs, and lime slices, if desired.
Tips and Techniques
- Try different types of cranberry juice (such as cranberry juice cocktail which is sweet, or 100% pure cranberry juice which is more tart) to find the level of sweetness that suits your taste.
- Using frozen cranberries as a garnish not only adds visual appeal but also helps keep the drink cold without diluting it. It’s a festive and functional touch.
- Rosemary sprigs add a fragrant herbal note to the cocktail. Give them a gentle clap between your hands before placing them on top to release their aroma.
- Adding lime slices as a garnish not only contributes to the drink’s visual appeal but also allows individuals to customize the level of citrus in their drink.
FAQ’s
What Is A Moscow Mule?
A Moscow Mule is an alcoholic beverage made with a combination of vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice served in a copper mug with ice and lime slices.
Can You Make A Moscow Mule Ahead Of Time?
It not recommended to make a Moscow Mule ahead of time. They are best served immediately after preparing.
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Cranberry Moscow Mule
Ingredients
- 3 ounces cranberry juice
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 4 ounces ginger beer
- frozen cranberries (optional, for serving)
- rosemary sprigs (optional, for serving)
- lime slices (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Fill a copper mug with ice and add the vodka, cranberry juice, and lime juice.3 ounces cranberry juice, 2 ounces vodka, 1 ounce lime juice
- Top with the ginger beer.4 ounces ginger beer
- Serve garnished with frozen cranberries, rosemary springs, and lime slices, if desired.frozen cranberries, rosemary sprigs, lime slices
Notes
Tips and Techniques
- Try different types of cranberry juice (such as cranberry juice cocktail which is sweet, or 100% pure cranberry juice which is more tart) to find the level of sweetness that suits your taste.
- Using frozen cranberries as a garnish not only adds visual appeal but also helps keep the drink cold without diluting it. It's a festive and functional touch.
- Rosemary sprigs add a fragrant herbal note to the cocktail. Give them a gentle clap between your hands before placing them on top to release their aroma.
- Adding lime slices as a garnish not only contributes to the drink's visual appeal but also allows individuals to customize the level of citrus in their drink.
Jill says
Love this for the holidays. It tasted so good and refreshing with the addition of cranberry!
Shelby says
These are such a wonderfully refreshing and festive drink for the holidays!
Nathan says
I love a classic Moscow Mule, and this holiday twist might even be better than the original recipe! I’ll be drinking these all throughout the season, thanks for the recipe!
Beth says
This is just about the best Christmas cocktail I’ve seen in a long time! I love the look and the flavors. I’m serving this at our Christmas gathering.
Ashley says
This is such a delicious holiday twist on a moscow mule! I love it!