The Moscow Mule. I can’t remember the first time we were introduced, but I sure wish I did because I would’ve written it down so I could’ve made a declaration and pronounced it a holiday. It’s hands down my favorite drink to order aside from a glass of bubbly when I’m out, and I’ve turned many of my friends onto it as well. This holiday season is the perfect excuse to add a celebratory spin onto this classic cocktail! It’s bold yet refreshing, spicy yet sweet, and smells ah-ma-zing.

INGREDIENTS

2 oz. Tito’s Vodka
1 oz. Stirrings Cosmopolitan Mix (stick with me, I know it’s not a Cosmo)
5 oz. Ginger Beer (Bundaberg is my favorite)
1 lime wedge
Ice
Cranberries for garnish
Lime wheel for garnish
Rosemary spring for garnish

You’re probably wondering why the Cosmopolitan mix is in my Moscow Mule. Well, hear me out. The mix is dubbed a “cranberry and key lime cocktail juice,” which was PERFECT for the mule because it already requires lime juice. The cranberry just makes it holiday and adds a supreme tartness. You’re welcome.

And I mean, now you have Cosmo mix at home in case you want to shake things up a bit a la SATC! 😉

MOSCOW MULE DIRECTIONS

1. Fill your copper mug with ice.
2. Measure 2 oz. of vodka (depending on preference) and pour in your glass.
3. Measure 1 oz. of Stirrings Cosmopolitan Mix and pour.
4. Top off with ginger beer until full then lightly stir
5. Time to garnish! Squeeze your lime, top with cranberries, add your sprig and enjoy!

Want to make a batch? Just add:

(1) 750 ml bottle of Tito’s Vodka
32-36 oz. Ginger Beer. I know that’s not ideal, but that would be (2) bottles or (3) cans.
1/2 bottle of Stirrings Cosmopolitan Mix
6 limes, juiced
Ice
Cranberries for garnish
Lime wheel for garnish
Rosemary spring for garnish

TIPS FOR CUSTOMIZING

No Cosmo mixer around? No worries! You can simply use some cranberry juice and a teaspoon of sweetened lime juice as a substitute for your mule.
Want to keep your drink extra cold? Freeze the cranberries in advance!
The rosemary sprig gives your mule an amazing aroma when you get your lips close to it. If you hate rosemary, don’t add it.

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