Classic Refreshing Moscow Mule Recipe Easy Homemade Copper Mug Cocktail
A classic Moscow Mule cocktail served in a copper mug, combining vodka, spicy ginger beer, and fresh lime juice for a crisp, refreshing drink perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces vodka (e.g., Tito’s or Absolut)
- 4 to 6 ounces ginger beer (preferably spicy, naturally brewed like Fever-Tree or Q Ginger Beer)
- 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice (about half a lime)
- Ice cubes
- Lime wedge or wheel for garnish
- Fresh mint sprig (optional)
Instructions
- Chill your copper mug in the freezer for 10-15 minutes.
- Squeeze about half a lime to get 1/2 ounce of fresh lime juice, avoiding seeds.
- Pour 2 ounces of vodka into the chilled copper mug.
- Add the fresh lime juice over the vodka.
- Fill the mug nearly to the top with ice cubes.
- Slowly pour 4 to 6 ounces of ginger beer over the ice, adjusting to taste.
- Gently stir with a spoon or stirrer to combine without losing fizz.
- Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel and optionally a fresh mint sprig.
Notes
Use fresh lime juice for best flavor; bottled lime juice tastes flat. Pre-chill the copper mug to keep the drink icy cold longer. Stir gently to preserve carbonation. For a lighter drink, reduce vodka and add more ginger beer. For a non-alcoholic version, replace vodka with extra ginger beer or sparkling water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 8
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 18
Keywords: Moscow Mule, cocktail, vodka, ginger beer, lime juice, copper mug, refreshing drink, summer cocktail