This cranberry moscow mule is a fun twist on the classic cocktail. Flavored and garnished with cranberry, this cocktail is perfect for the holiday season. Whether you are having a party or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this festive cocktail is sure to put you in the holiday spirit.
I will never get tired of festive drinks during the holiday season. All of the flavors and smells of the holiday season always put me in a cheerful mood. This moscow mule recipe was formulated just for the holiday season with the addition of cranberry juice and fresh cranberry garnish. Plus its beautiful red color screams Christmastime!
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🍹 Ingredient notes
- Vodka - Vodka is the main alcohol component to a classic moscow mule. Alternatively, cranberry juice can be subsituted for a non-alcoholic version.
- Ginger Beer - Despite the name ginger beer is not actually beer. It's a non-alcoholic fizzy drink with a spicy flavor. Alternatively, gingerale can be used if ginger beer cannot be found.
🍸 Step by step instructions
First, fill a glass or traditional moscow mule mug with ice. Pour the vodka, lime juice, and cranberry juice over the ice.
Top with ginger beer and stir gently to combine.
Garnish with fresh cranberries and lime wheels if desired!
⭐ Top tip
To save time if serving this to a crowd, combine the vodka and juices together ahead of time. When it's serving time, pour the base mix over ice and top with ginger beer!
Print📖 Recipe
Cranberry Moscow Mule
This cranberry moscow mule is a fun twist on the classic cocktail. Flavored and garnished with cranberry, this cocktail is perfect for the holiday season. Whether you are having a party or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this festive cocktail is sure to put you in the holiday spirit.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- ½ cup ice cubes
- 2 ounces vodka
- 2 ounces cranberry juice
- ½ ounce lime juice
- 4 ounces ginger beer
- fresh whole cranberries, for garnish (optional)
- lime wheels, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Fill a glass or mug with ice.
- Pour vodka, cranberry juice, and lime juice over ice.
- Top off with ginger beer and stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh whole cranberries and lime wheels.
Keywords: moscow mule, cranberry, ginger beer, vodka, christmas, fall, holidays
📋 Variations
- For a crowd - Mix a 750 ml bottle of vodka with 3 cups of cranberry juice and ¾ cup of lime juice in a punch bowl or beverage pitcher. Top with ginger beer and garnish with fresh whole cranberries and lime wheels. This will serve approximately 12 guests.
- Mocktail - Make this a mocktail by replacing the vodka with additional cranberry juice.
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If you loved this cranberry moscow mule recipe, check out these other holiday favorites that you are sure to enjoy.
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Jeremy says
Simple. Delicious. Gorgeous photos. Adding to the Holiday Season cocktail repertoire.
Amanda says
Thank you so much!