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Moscow Mule

A lively cocktail served in its signature copper mug, combining vodka, spicy ginger beer, and fresh lime juice. The cold copper keeps it perfectly chilled while the ginger brings a warming kick.

3 minEasyServes 1170 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 4 oz ginger beer
  • 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
  • as needed ice cubes
  • 1 lime wedge (for garnish)
  • 2 sprigs fresh mint sprigs (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fill a copper mug (or rocks glass) with as needed ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Add 2 oz vodka and 1/2 oz fresh lime juice over the ice.

  3. 3

    Top with 4 oz ginger beer and stir gently to combine.

  4. 4

    Garnish with 1 lime wedge (for garnish) on the rim and 2 sprigs fresh mint sprigs (for garnish).

  5. 5

    Serve immediately while cold and fizzy.

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What is Moscow Mule?

A lively cocktail served in its signature copper mug, combining vodka, spicy ginger beer, and fresh lime juice. The cold copper keeps it perfectly chilled while the ginger brings a warming kick. This reference files it under American alcoholic drink: made without cooking, rated easy and about 3 minutes start to finish.

Can I make Moscow Mule without alcohol?

The alcohol here is 2 oz vodka and 4 oz ginger beer. Replace a base spirit with the same volume of a zero-proof spirit, or with chilled tea or tonic for bite; replace sparkling wine with sparkling water and a squeeze of citrus. Keep every other line as written, and expect a lighter, sweeter drink, since alcohol also carries bitterness and body.

Is Moscow Mule keto-friendly?

A serving of Moscow Mule carries 8 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 40 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 8 percent.

How many calories are in Moscow Mule?

One serving (the recipe makes 1) is about 170 calories, with 0 g protein, 8 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat, plus 30 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I batch Moscow Mule for a group?

Yes. As written it serves 1. Halved, the vodka drops from 2 oz to 1 oz; doubled, it is 4 oz. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To batch it for a crowd, multiply everything but add the ice only when serving.

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