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The Versatility of the Moscow Mule
The Moscow Mule is a drink that’s hard to beat. Its combination of ginger beer, vodka, and lime juice is a winning formula that’s both refreshing and flavorful. But what really sets it apart is its versatility. Whether you’re looking to spice it up for a summer gathering or give it a holiday spin, the Moscow Mule is the perfect canvas for experimentation.
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Try a Flavored Vodka for a Simple Upgrade
One of the easiest ways to give your Moscow Mule a holiday twist is to try a flavored vodka. Molly Horn, chief mixologist and spirits educator at Total Wine & More, recommends Veil’s Cranberry Lime vodka. “It works exceptionally well in a Mule and brings out that holiday flair with the notes of cranberry,” she explains. If you can’t find Veil’s, Smirnoff also makes a cranberry-flavored vodka that’s worth trying.
| Flavored Vodka | Description |
|---|---|
| Veil’s Cranberry Lime | Cranberry and lime flavors that evoke the holiday season |
| Smirnoff Cranberry | A sweet and tangy cranberry flavor that pairs well with ginger beer |
Add a Fragrant Cordial for a Burst of Color
If flavored vodka isn’t your thing, you can also try adding a fragrant cordial to your Moscow Mule. Horn suggests the raspberry flavored Baron de Casterac, which will give your drink a beautiful red color. “This will give your Mule a beautiful red color,” she says. “The French liquor has a strong honey-like raspberry flavor and its bold flavor pairs well with the mule’s lime and ginger.”
| Cordial | Description |
|---|---|
| Baron de Casterac | A raspberry flavored cordial with a strong honey-like flavor |
| St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur | A pear flavored liqueur with notes of kitchen spices and roasted pear |
Spiced Wine Gives Your Mule a Splash of Coziness
If you don’t want to mess with the base ingredients of a Moscow Mule but still want to give it some holiday flair, Horn recommends adding mulled wine to your recipe. “Keep the classic backbone of vodka and lime, up the ginger beer, and add a couple ounces of homemade or store-bought spiced wine,” she suggests. This will give your drink a wintery essence that’s perfect for the holiday season.
| Spiced Wine | Description |
|---|---|
| Homemade Spiced Wine | A warm and comforting drink made with red wine, spices, and citrus |
| Store-bought Gluhwein | A German mulled wine that’s full of flavors like cinnamon, cloves, and oranges |
Putting it All Together
Now that you have a few ideas for giving your Moscow Mule a holiday twist, it’s time to put it all together. Here’s a recipe that incorporates some of the ideas we’ve discussed:
Cranberry Lime Moscow Mule
- 1 1/2 oz Veil’s Cranberry Lime vodka
- 4 oz ginger beer
- Juice of 1 lime
- Ice
- Lime wheel, for garnish
- Frozen cranberries, for garnish
Combine vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice in a highball glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wheel and a few frozen cranberries.
Raspberry Moscow Mule
- 1 1/2 oz vodka
- 1/2 oz Baron de Casterac
- 4 oz ginger beer
- Juice of 1 lime
- Ice
- Lime wheel, for garnish
- Raspberry, for garnish
Combine vodka, Baron de Casterac, ginger beer, and lime juice in a highball glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wheel and a raspberry.
Spiced Wine Moscow Mule
- 1 1/2 oz vodka
- 2 oz homemade or store-bought spiced wine
- 4 oz ginger beer
- Juice of 1 lime
- Ice
- Lime wheel, for garnish
- Cinnamon stick, for garnish
Combine vodka, spiced wine, ginger beer, and lime juice in a highball glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wheel and a cinnamon stick.
These are just a few ideas to get you started. Feel free to experiment with different flavored vodkas, cordials, and spices to create your own unique holiday Moscow Mule.
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