Moscow Mule cocktail in a copper mug — Ginger beer

Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe

refreshing spicy easy

vodka, lime juice, ginger beer

History

The Moscow Mule was created in the early 1940s at the Cock ’n’ Bull on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood. It was a deliberate collaboration to move two slow-selling products: Smirnoff vodka (pushed by John Martin of Heublein) and Jack Morgan’s Cock ’n’ Bull ginger beer. Bartender Wes Price is often credited with mixing the first ones. Served in a copper mug that keeps the drink icy cold, the simple combination of vodka, lime, and spicy ginger beer helped introduce Americans to vodka and became one of the most iconic highballs of the postwar era.

Ingredients

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How to make

  1. Fill a copper mug (or highball glass) with ice.
  2. Add vodka and lime juice, then top with ginger beer.
  3. Stir gently.
  4. Garnish with a lime wedge.

Glassware

Copper mug

Metal conducts cold fast, so the drink stays frosty — the signature serve for a Moscow Mule.

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Moscow Mule FAQ

What ingredients are in a Moscow Mule?

A Moscow Mule is made with vodka, lime juice, and ginger beer. Amounts and pantry matching are in the ingredients list on this page.

How do you make a Moscow Mule?

Fill a copper mug (or highball glass) with ice. Add vodka and lime juice, then top with ginger beer. Stir gently. Garnish with a lime wedge.

What glass do you serve a Moscow Mule in?

Serve a Moscow Mule in a Copper mug. Metal conducts cold fast, so the drink stays frosty — the signature serve for a Moscow Mule.

Can I make a Moscow Mule with bottles I already own?

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