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Moscow Mule

Vodka, lime and spicy ginger beer in an ice-cold copper mug.

Strength
11% ABV
Standard drinks (US)
1.1
Calories
162 kcal
In the glass
6½ oz
Method
Built
  • Vodka
  • Lime Juice
  • Ginger Beer

How to Make a Moscow Mule

  1. Fill a copper mug with ice cubes.
  2. Pour in the vodka and lime juice.
  3. Top with ginger beer and stir gently once.
  4. Garnish with a lime wedge and a mint sprig.
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About the Moscow Mule

The Mule was born in 1940s Los Angeles as a joint promotion for vodka, ginger beer and copper mugs. Photos of bartenders holding the mug helped sell vodka to America.

Created 1940s in Los Angeles, USA. Listed as an official cocktail by the International Bartenders Association.

Bartender's tip: A spicy ginger beer makes all the difference.

Taste Profile

Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Strong
Fresh

Good to Know

What glass is a Moscow Mule served in?
A copper mug. Metal conducts cold quickly, so the mug feels icy in your hand and lips meet a cold rim.
Is a Moscow Mule shaken or stirred?
Neither. It is built directly in the glass and given a gentle stir.
How strong is a Moscow Mule?
About 11% ABV after dilution, or roughly 1.1 US standard drinks (16 g of alcohol) per serve.
How many calories are in a Moscow Mule?
Roughly 162 kcal per drink, most of it from alcohol.
Can I make a Moscow Mule without vodka?
Yes. London Dry Gin is the closest substitute, though the drink will taste different.

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