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Irresistible Cranberry Moscow Mule

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A festive and refreshing holiday cocktail featuring tart cranberry juice, zingy lime, warm ginger beer, and vodka, served in iconic copper mugs with garnishes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ounces vodka
  • 2 ounces cranberry juice (unsweetened or cranberry cocktail)
  • 4 ounces ginger beer
  • 1/2 lime (about 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice)
  • Ice (crushed)
  • Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
  • Rosemary sprigs (optional, for garnish)
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries (for optional cranberry syrup)
  • 1/2 cup sugar (for optional cranberry syrup)
  • 1/2 cup water (for optional cranberry syrup)

Instructions

  1. Make the Cranberry Syrup (Optional): Combine 1 cup fresh cranberries, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan. Simmer for 10 minutes until the cranberries burst and the liquid thickens. Strain and let cool.
  2. Prepare Your Mugs: Fill copper mugs or glasses with crushed ice.
  3. Add Vodka: Pour 2 ounces (60 ml) of vodka over the ice.
  4. Add Cranberry Juice: Add 2 ounces (60 ml) of cranberry juice to the mug.
  5. Add Lime Juice: Squeeze 1/2 lime into each mug (about 1 tablespoon).
  6. Pour Ginger Beer: Top off each mug with 4 ounces (120 ml) of ginger beer.
  7. Mix and Garnish: Stir gently to combine. Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for a festive touch.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

[‘For extra fizz, don’t shake the ginger beer; pour it directly into the mug and stir gently.’, ‘If making the cranberry syrup ahead of time, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.’, ‘Always use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.’, ‘Chill copper mugs in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving for an ultra-refreshing experience.’, ‘Adjust sweetness by adding simple syrup or using sweeter cranberry juice.’]

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Keywords: Cranberry Moscow Mule, Holiday Cocktail, Festive Drink, Easy Cocktail Recipe, Moscow Mule Variations

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