There’s nothing better than an ice-cold Moscow mule. Learn how to make our BlackberryMoscow Mule Recipe in less than 5 minutes. Plus, we’re sharing which Moscow Mule mugs are the best.
A classic Moscow Mule is one of my all-time favorite drinks to order. Here are a few other vodka co*cktails from Fit Foodie that we’re loving lately: Hibiscus Arnie Palmer, Sex on the Beach Slushies, and Honey Greyhound co*cktails.
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Hello, sweet summertime. This delicious co*cktail really is the epitome of summer. I love the fresh flavors and the additional flavor the blackberries give this Moscow Mule. First things first, what is a Moscow Mule?
What is a Moscow Mule?
A classic Moscow Mule recipe is made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice. It’s typically serviced in copper mugs because of how cold the metal gets immediately after it touches ice cold liquid.
Moscow Mule Ingredients
Moscow mules call for delicious, fresh ingredients that I know you’re going to love. Here’s what you need for our blackberry Moscow mule recipe:
Blackberries
Mint
Lime Juice
Vodka
Ginger Beer
Ice
Like I mentioned above, vodka, lime juice, and ginger beer are what really give a Moscow Mule its signature flavor. You’ll note that we put our own twist to this recipe with the addition of blackberries and mint. Don’t worry the flavor combo is amaze.
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Best Ginger Beer for a Moscow Mule
I am a sucker for good ginger beer. If you are wondering if ginger beer has alcohol in it, it actually doesn’t! Ginger beer is a fermented, spicy drink that’s used as the base of a Moscow Mule. You can find it at most supermarkets and liquor stores. Here are our go-to ginger beer brands to use for Moscow Mules:
Making these blackberry Moscow mules is as easy as this 4-step process, and you’ll be off and sipping this delicious drink in 5 minutes flat:
To make these delicious blackberry Moscow Mules start by muddling a few blackberries on the bottom of a drink shaker.
Then, muddle a few mint leaves.
Add vodka, ginger beer, lime juice, and a handful of ice to the drink shaker and close the lid. Shake a few times to mix.
Then, pour into your favorite ice-filled copper mug.
Mason Jar Pro Tip:
Don’t have a drink shaker? Use a mason jar! They can be used in the same exact way as a traditional drink shaker. Just make sure you have the top, and screw it on tightly.
Best Moscow Mule Copper Mugs
Looking for a new set of copper mugs to drink you Moscow Mules out of? No fear! I’ve done some research for you to find the best Moscow Mule cups that aren’t super expensive.
There's nothing better than an ice-cold Moscow Mule. Learn how to make our Blackberry Moscow Mule recipe in less than 5 minutes. Plus, we're sharing which Moscow Mule mugs are the best.
Prep:10 minutesminutes
Cook:0 minutesminutes
Total:10 minutesminutes
Fat 0
Carbs 22
Protein 4
Yield: 1
Print Rate
Ingredients
4fresh blackberries
2large mint leaves
1tablespoonlime juice
1.5oz.vodka
4.5oz.ginger beer
1sprig of rosemary
handful of ice
Instructions
First, place blackberries on the bottom of a co*cktail shaker or mason jar. Use a muddler to smash the blackberries, breaking them up and releasing the juices.
Next, add in 2 mint leaves and muddle one more time to release the yummy minty flavor.
Ad the rest of the ingredients to the co*cktail shaker and put the top on. Shake back and forth a few times until everything is combined.
Pour drink into an ice-filled copper mug. Enjoy with a sprig of rosemary and a lime wedge.
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.
A Moscow Mule co*cktail is sweet and tart with a touch of mint. If it's well-mixed, the flavor of the vodka should be very mild. But don't overdo it when you're drinking Moscow Mules! Even if you can't taste it, the vodka packs a punch because of its high ABV.
To make the Moscow Mule, combine your vodka, lime juice, ginger syrup and ginger ale in a small pitcher. Make sure to stir well. Pour it over ice and garnish with a bit of fresh mint. To ensure a stronger mint flavor, smash the mint leaves in the bottom of the mug before drinking!
In a co*cktail shaker three-quarters filled with ice, combine vodka and lime juice and shake until chilled, about 15 seconds. Strain into a mug, preferably copper, filled with crushed ice. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with lime.
The Russian Mule, also known as the Moscow Mule, is a co*cktail that has been around for decades. There are a couple of stories that explain how it came into existence, but one of the most popular ones has its origins in Los Angeles.
While the classic Moscow Mule recipe calls for vodka, and was in fact one of the main reasons vodka became popular in North America, other mule drinks use rum, gin, whisky, tequila, or even brandy—ginger beer can be a great complement to any liquor!
And bar proprietors are changing the names of their co*cktails to make it clear what side they're on: In many places, the Moscow Mule is now the Kyiv Mule. In at least one bar, it's the Snake Island Mule, a reference to the Ukrainian territory where border guards made a defiant last stand against invading troops.
Moscow mule purists know that tradition isn't the only reason the drink is served in a copper mug: The cold metal insulates the temperature of the chilled ginger beer, keeping the co*cktail cool and refreshing. Some experts say that the mug enhances the individual flavors of the ginger beer, vodka, and lime.
A Moscow Mule may be shaken, but only before adding the ginger beer. Once you've added carbonation, shaking the drink will negatively affect the drink, and you'll have to start again. That's why you should invest the right bartender tools, and you can stir the drink instead.
Kentucky Mule: The difference between a Moscow Mule and a Kentucky Mule is that you substitute bourbon for the vodka. Still a great choice, and just comes down to what your favorite liquors are!
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.
Mule: The result of a donkey stallion mating with a female horse. Mules tend to have the head of a donkey and the extremities of a horse. Hinny: The result of a horse stallion mating with a female donkey. Hinnies are less common than mules and there might be subtle differences in appearance.
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