Mistletoe Moscow Mule

The Mistletoe Moscow mule is perfect for those looking for something fruity and refreshing this holiday season. 

This drink is simple to make and perfect for festive gatherings with friends.

Plus, it’s a great way to use up any extra cranberries you have lying around after Thanksgiving!

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This delicious Moscow mule is a Christmas version of the classic vodka cocktail that was first made famous in New York. 

If you are looking for a great holiday cocktail then you can’t do much better than an ice cold “Yule Mule”. 

I’m a big fan of simple cranberry cocktails cocktails like our Cranberry Champagne Mimosa  and our Cranberry Mojito and the mule is another winter cocktail I am adding to the holidays drinks menu. 

What is a Moscow Mule?

A Moscow Mule is a classic cocktail that is typically made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice and served in a copper mug. 

There are many variations of the classic cocktail and the Mistletoe mule is one of my favorites in the winter months (see below for some more ideas). 

It is a festive alternative to our Gingerbread Moscow Mule and it tastes just as good!

How to Make a Christmas Moscow Mule

It is really easy to make a Moscow mule and this version simply adds the holiday flavors of peppermint and cranberries to the basic recipe.

You can use frozen cranberries if you don’t have fresh ones, just let them thaw a little. 

What’s In A Mistletoe Moscow Mule?

• Fresh or thawed cranberries
•  Peppermint Vodka
• Fresh Lime Juice (You can also use ¼ lime cut in 2 pieces)
• Mint
• Cranberry Juice
• Ice
• Ginger Beer

For The Garnish:

• Frozen or Fresh Cranberries
• A Candy Cane

You’ll want a muddler or the wrong end of a wooden spoon too! 

You can make your Moscow Mule ahead of time, but I would recommend adding the ginger beer afterwards as it will lose the bubbles if not. 

How To Make The Christmas Moscow Mule

Step 1:

Add cranberries, mint and lime juice to your glass. 

Muddle for 20 seconds 

Add vodka, cranberry juice and half the ice into the shaker and give a good shake for 15 seconds

Step 2:

Add remainder of the ice to your glass

Strain the mixture from the cocktail shaker

Top off with Ginger Beer

Stir and Enjoy!

How To Garnish The Mistletoe Moscow Mule

While a lime wedge is the classic garnish for a Moscow Mule, it can be fun to get creative with your garnishes, especially around the holidays. 

I like to add a few frozen cranberries to mine and then I hung a candy cane from the rim of the glass. 

Christmas Moscow Mule FAQs

Can I use frozen cranberries?

Yes! If you can’t find fresh craneberries, frozen ones will work just fine.

Just make sure they are high quality and thawed before adding them to the cocktail shaker.

What if I don’t have cranberries?

If you don’t have cranberries, you can omit them in this recipe. You could also use pomegranate seeds too. 

What if I don’t have peppermint vodka?

You can find peppermint vodka in most liquor stores, especially during the holidays. If you can’t find it or you want to try this drink without buying peppermint vodka, you can make your own  Candy Cane Infused Vodka using my recipe.

Recipe Variations

If you love this peppermint Moscow Mule and want to try some other types of Mule, here are some of our top picks:

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Blood Orange Moscow Mule