Cranberry Moscow Mule
Cranberry Moscow Mule is a festive, fruit-flavored, sweet twist on the classic Moscow Mule cocktail, perfect for the holiday season.
This refreshing and tangy drink combines the zingy flavors of ginger beer with the sweet and tart taste of cranberry juice, creating a perfectly balanced and delicious drink.
Break out your favorite copper mug and let the cranberries and cinnamon sticks add festive flair to your fusion of vodka and ginger beer.
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Cranberry Moscow Mule
Traditionally, a Moscow Mule is made with vodka, lime juice, and ginger beer, and served in a copper mug to keep the drink cold.
However, with the addition of cranberry juice, this holiday version adds a unique and delightful twist to the classic recipe.
Serve with a sprig of fresh rosemary, a slice of lime or even some frozen cranberries to add an extra festive touch!
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This recipe makes 1 serving – but you’ll want to make more!
A special thanks to Zevia for this holiday cocktail idea.
Ingredients for Christmas Cocktail:
- 1 cup cranberries, plus additional for garnish (optional), divided
- 3/4-1 cup water, divided
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1-2 ounces fresh squeezed lime juice
- 4 ounces Zevia Ginger Beer Mixer
- ice
- rosemary, for garnish (optional)
- lime slices, for garnish (optional)
- cinnamon sticks, for garnish (optional)
Directions for Cranberry Moscow Mule:
In saucepan, boil cranberries in 1/2 cup water until they burst.
Use fork to smash cranberries. Boil 3-4 minutes. Keep mixture moist by adding water 1/4 cup at a time.
Let mixture cool to room temperature.
In copper mug, combine vodka, lime juice, ginger beer and smashed cranberries over ice.
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Garnish with additional cranberries, rosemary, lime slices and cinnamon sticks, if desired.
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Cranberry Moscow Mule
For a fruit-flavored mix, this Cranberry Moscow Mule offers a sweet spin on the classic cocktail.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cranberries, plus additional for garnish (optional), divided
- 3/4-1 cup water, divided
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1-2 ounces fresh squeezed lime juice
- 4 ounces Zevia Ginger Beer Mixer
- ice
- rosemary, for garnish (optional)
- lime slices, for garnish (optional)
- cinnamon sticks, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In saucepan, boil cranberries in 1/2 cup water until they burst.
- Use fork to smash cranberries. Boil 3-4 minutes. Keep mixture moist by adding water 1/4 cup at a time.
- Let mixture cool to room temperature.
- In copper mug, combine vodka, lime juice, ginger beer and smashed cranberries over ice.
- Garnish with additional cranberries, rosemary, lime slices and cinnamon sticks, if desired.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 406Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 41mgCarbohydrates: 75gFiber: 7gSugar: 54gProtein: 1g
Nutrient values are only estimates provided by online calculators. Various factors can change the nutritional information in any given recipe.