Published: November 18, 2021Updated: August 25, 2022Author:Amy
Sweet, tart, and boozy, this Cranberry Moscow Mule is a delicious twist on a traditional co*cktail, perfect for the fall season. Make a single drink in just minutes or a big batch for get togethers!
If you love the combination of cranberries and wine don’t miss our Cranberry Apple Sangria.
An Easy Fall co*cktail
We took the classic Moscow mule and put a seasonal twist on it with delicious cranberry juice. Cranberry fruit juice and ginger beer are a great pairing for a fall drink, with a perfect balance of sweet and tart.
You might think that ginger beer is alcoholic, but it’s actually not. While some varieties are made with alcohol, more often than not, it’s just a carbonated sour drink. Vodka is what makes a Moscow mule boozy.
This Cranberry Moscow mule is made with the same ingredients as the original drink, plus a couple extras. (Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements.)
Cranberry juice fruit co*cktail: Purchase cranberry juice fruit co*cktail, not straight up cranberry juice, which will be too bitter.
Vodka: Any mid-range vodka will work fine.
Lime juice: Freshly squeezed for optimal flavor.
Crushed ice
Ginger beer: Use a good quality ginger beer.
Optional garnish: Cranberries and lime wedges.
Recipe Variations
Need a co*cktail for a crowd or something without the alcohol? Here are a few options:
Make it spicy. Add in 1/2 to 1 ounce of Fireball cinnamon whisky (to taste).
Make it sweeter. If you want a sweeter co*cktail, you can use ginger ale instead of the ginger beer.
Make a party pitcher. Need enough for a party pitcher? Scale everything up by 12 and then add in an extra 1 1/2 cups of the cranberry juice. Or simply mix 4 cups cranberry juice, 2 bottles ginger beer, and 1 cup vodka in a pitcher. Then just pour into ice-filled glasses and garnish.
Make a mocktail. For a non-alcohol drink, simply leave out the shot of vodka. You’ll still get all the sweet and tart flavor.
How to Make Apple Cider Moscow Mule
Making this holiday co*cktail could not be easier: (Scroll below to the printable recipe card for complete details.)
Combine ingredients. Pour cranberry juice, vodka, and lime juice into a copper mug. Then, add the crushed ice and top off with the ginger beer. Stir to combine.
Garnish and serve. Drop a few frozen cranberries into the mug with a lime wedge. Serve.
Why Are Moscow Mules Served In Copper Mugs?
The main reason that Moscow Mules are served in copper mugs is that the copper keeps the drink colder for longer. The copper itself becomes cold and in turn helps the drink stay cold. There is also a rumor that the copper enhances the flavor of the lime and ginger beer.
More Fall Drinks
Apple Pie Moonshine
Apple Cider Moscow Mule
Hot Buttered Rum
Apple Pie Smoothie
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Cranberry Moscow Mule
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Sweet, tart, and boozy, this Cranberry Moscow Mule is a delicious twist on a traditional co*cktail, perfect for the fall season. Make a single drink in just minutes or a big batch for get togethers!
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Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Total Time 5 minutesminutes
Servings: 1co*cktail
Ingredients
4ouncesginger beer, chilled
4ouncescranberry fruit juice co*cktail, chilled (see note)
2ouncesvodka
1tablespoonlime juice, freshly squeezed
1cupcrushed ice
fresh or frozen cranberries, for garnish
lime wedge, for garnish
Instructions
Pour cranberry fruit juice, vodka, and lime juice into a Moscow Mule copper mug.
Add crushed ice and top off with the ginger beer. Stir well to combine.
Garnish with a few frozen cranberries and a lime wedge.
Enjoy cold!
NOTE: Purchase cranberry juice fruit co*cktail, not pure cranberry juice, which will be too bitter.
Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and any changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are very important to you, I would recommend calculating them yourself.
Other Notes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy fall co*cktails, fall drink ideas, Moscow mule recipe
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A study published in the January/February issue of the Journal of Environmental Health found that copper leaches into the drink made of ginger beer, lime juice, and vodka. In a little under half an hour, the copper levels rise higher than the safety standard set for drinking water.
You're probably thinking "does ice really go bad?" The answer is "YES!" After it's been in the freezer for a long time, ice can actually start to absorb the odors of the things that surround it. These odors can influence the taste of the ice and seriously impact upon the flavor of your Moscow Mule.
Mixing vodka, ginger beet and lime juice over ice in a copper mug and garnished with a wedge of lime, the Moscow Mule offers a cool and refreshing solution to a warm day for just 120 calories.
Ginger Beer: Ginger beer obviously has ginger, which has anti-inflammatory, anti-nausea, and digestive properties. Ginger can help relieve pain, nausea, indigestion, and bloating.
This average recipe (depending how you personally pour your Mules) results in a grand total of 182 calories. Between the vodka, addition of simple syrup, ginger beer, and lime, a traditional Moscow Mule breaks down a little like this: 1.5 fl oz of Vodka (96 calories) 3 fl oz of ginger beer (36 calories)
Is a Moscow mule a girly drink or a manly drink? This is one of the things I love most about this co*cktail: anyone can enjoy it! It's often served in a masculine metal mug, and it's got a sharp bite to it, so it's perfect for guys. But it's also fizzy and a little sweet, so women really enjoy it too!
Next time you walk up to a bar with the intention of ordering a mule, make sure you specify which type you prefer. Bartenders want you to remember that both types are common, and they can't read your mind.
In a pinch, ginger ale will work as a substitute for ginger beer in a Moscow mule, however the citrusy, zingy flavor that the ginger beer normally brings will be a lot more muted. Ginger ale will make your Moscow mule a lot more sweet and bubbly.
Vodka: Moscow mules are traditionally made with vodka. Lime: You'll need the juice for the drink and a wedge for garnish. Ice: Moscow mules are cold served over ice. Ginger beer: Not to be confused with ginger ale!
Reduce the calories and carbs you intake with this enjoyable low calorie co*cktail. A full calorie Moscow Mule recipe has around 180 calories, including 21 grams of carbs and sugars. Not terrible, but we can definitely shave off quite a few calories and ALL the sugars and carbs, if you like.
A great Moscow mule combines smooth vodka with ice-cold, spicy ginger beer and lime – in a signature copper mug. Ginger beer doesn't taste the same without the copper mug, which highlights the sweet-and-spicy taste of the beverage.
A neutral spirit, Tito's Vodka is anything but bland. Pouring it over crushed ice, you'll unlock a delectable crispness that elevates your Moscow Mule to new heights.
Reduce the calories and carbs you intake with this enjoyable low calorie co*cktail. A full calorie Moscow Mule recipe has around 180 calories, including 21 grams of carbs and sugars. Not terrible, but we can definitely shave off quite a few calories and ALL the sugars and carbs, if you like.
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According to studies conducted by the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, ginger beer enhances digestion and helps food move smoothly through the stomach. Stomach discomforts and nausea are strongly correlated with one another.
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