Easy Pomegranate Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe (Holiday Mule)
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Easy Pomegranate Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe (Holiday Mule)
Description
The Easy Pomegranate Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe features vodka mixed with tart pomegranate juice, freshly squeezed lime, and spicy ginger beer, served in a copper mug filled with ice. The combination yields a bright, bubbly drink with fruity depth from the pomegranate and a lively ginger kick. Adding garnishes like mint and pomegranate seeds enhances the visual appeal and complements the flavors. The method is straightforward: ingredients are combined over ice and gently stirred.
This cocktail works well as a holiday beverage, enjoyed on its own or alongside light appetizers. It can be made individually or scaled up in a pitcher to serve multiple guests, accommodating festive gatherings. Adjustments such as using infused vodkas or swapping ginger beer with club soda cater to different taste preferences and dietary choices.
Notes provide useful tips on making larger batches, substituting ingredients for a lighter or non-alcoholic version, and adding ingredients like jalapeño for a spicy variation. The flexibility in preparation allows the drink to fit various occasions and preferences.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka try infused vodkas too, pomegranate, cranberry or citrus notes would work well
- 2 oz pomegranate juice I like Pom juice
- ½ whole lime fresh squeezed
- 5 oz ginger beer use your favorite brand, try new ones. Diet or regular
- ice
Garnish
- mint
- pomegranate arils
- lime wheel or wedge
Instructions
- Fill the cup with ice, and measure out 2 oz of vodka* (flavor-infused vodka is yummy too, over the holidays try something like Deep Eddy’s Cranberry Vodka) and pour over ice.
- Pour in 2 oz of Pomegranate juice and then squeeze ½ a lime and pour over vodka, top with ginger beer, give a gentle stir and if desired.
- Add a mint sprig and a few pomegranate arils**. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- To make multiple servings, prepare the cocktail by combining vodka, pomegranate juice, and lime juice in a large pitcher before adding ginger beer right before serving.
- You can reduce alcohol or switch to light ginger beer or club soda to make a lighter drink.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit vodka and increase pomegranate juice and ginger beer (or use ginger ale for children).
- Consider infusing vodka with complementary flavors or adding a splash of simple syrup or cranberry juice to adjust sweetness.
- Spice up the cocktail by adding sliced jalapeño to the mix for a subtle heat.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 1cocktail
Amount Per Serving
Calories 210 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cocktail | |
| Calories | 210kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 124mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 0.3IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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