Cranberry Moscow Mule

For a fruit-flavored mix, this Cranberry Moscow Mule offers a sweet spin on the classic cocktail.

Break out your favorite copper mug and let the cranberries and cinnamon sticks add festive flair to your fusion of vodka and ginger beer.

Be sure to check out my other delicious Christmas recipes!

Cranberry Moscow Mule

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.

Garnish with additional cranberries, rosemary, lime slices and cinnamon sticks, if desired.