This Cranberry Christmas Moscow Mule is sure to bring you some holiday cheer this Christmas season. This recipe consists of all of the classic Moscow Mule ingredients, but with the addition of cranberry for a tart, yet festive twist! Make it just for yourself or scale up the recipe to share with family or friends. This will soon be your new favorite holiday drink recipe.
Christmas Drinks
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. Even though this year’s celebrations will look a lot different for most, it’s still nice to treat yourself with some holiday cheer. This Moscow Mule recipe was formulated just for the holiday season with the addition of cranberry juice and fresh cranberry garnish. Plus it’s beautiful red color screams Christmastime!
Moscow Mule Ingredients
Traditionally a Moscow Mule contains three basic components:
- Vodka
- Lime Juice
- Ginger Beer
I love the balance of flavors from these simple ingredients. The tartness from the lime juice goes perfectly with the sweet and spicy ginger beer. Vodka has such a mild flavor too, it’s great to pair with bold flavors. The addition of the tart cranberry juice in my Christmas Moscow Mule recipe makes for such a tasty combination.
How to Make a Christmas Moscow Mule
Not only is this Cranberry Christmas Moscow Mule delicious, it’s simple to make.
- First, fill your glass with ice. You can use any large glass you have at home or even use a traditional Moscow Mule Mug for some added flare!
- Next, add in your vodka, cranberry juice and lime juice.
- Last, top with your ginger beer, stir it gently and garnish with fresh cranberries and a slice of lime if you like!
Recipe Adjustments
The recipe below is just for one serving, however, if you want to scale up the ingredients, you can serve this in a large pitcher or punch bowl to make a festive holiday punch!
If you would like to make this cocktail a mocktail, simply omit the vodka and replace it with more cranberry juice.
More Festive Recipes…
If you loved this recipe for my Cranberry Christmas Moscow Mule, check out these other holiday favorites that can be paired with this festive holiday drink recipe:
- Italian Seafood Salad
- Baked Spaghetti Squash with Tuscan Alfredo
- Goat Cheese Puff Pastry with Sundried Tomatoes
- Manchego Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates
As always, if you make this Cranberry Christmas Moscow Mule, be sure to leave a comment and give it a rating. I love to hear from each and every one of you! Don’t forget to tag me on Instagram as well, if you make any of my recipes. It makes my day to see all of your photos of the food you have made.
Happy Cooking!
Cranberry Christmas Moscow Mule
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
Description
This Cranberry Christmas Moscow Mule is a sure to bring you some holiday cheer this Christmas season. Make it for one or scale up to share!
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))
- thinly sliced lime (for garnish (optional))
Instructions
- Fill a glass or mug with ice.
- Add in vodka, cranberry juice and lime juice.
- Top off with ginger beer and stir slightly.
- Garnish with fresh whole cranberries or thin slices of lime.
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 204
Keywords: cranberries, gluten free, holidays, vegetarian, vodka
2 comments
Simple. Delicious. Gorgeous photos. Adding to the Holiday Season cocktail repertoire.
★★★★★
Thank you so much!