New Year's Eve for us is usually at home…..OK…..always at home.
But we like it that way!
I usually whip of some appetizers. The teens have sparkling grape juice, and I enjoy using the celebration as time to try a new cocktail. We settle in and watch a movie and shoot pool.
A few years ago, I had a Moscow Mule in Downtown Greenville, SC. They were so good as I'm usually just a wine drinker.
I've been on this quest to try to make one for quite sometime now. I really just gave up since I could never find Ginger Beer.
Over the summer, I was talking with a bartender, and she told me that I should look for Ginger Beer in your more gourmet stores with the sodas as it's usually non-alcoholic!
Low and behold, I came across some while holiday shopping at Trader Joes.
I came across these Moscow Mule mugs in HomeGoods. They came in sets of 2. Chill your mug first.
No official mug? Just use a pretty cocktail glass.
You will need the following ingredients:
- Ginger Beer (look in the sodas – Trader Joes)
- Vodka
- Cranberry Juice Cocktail with lime
- fresh limes
Ginger Beer is a lot like Ginger Ale…just a little sweeter.
I filled the cup 1/2 way with crushed ice.
Then add your ingredients:
- 2 ounces Vodka
- 8 ounces of Ginger Beer
- 1/3 cup of the Cranberry Juice Cocktail with lime
- lime slice to garnish
Give it a stir and enjoy!
You can use regular cranberry cocktail without the lime added. Just squeeze in extra lime juice.
Enjoy! I wish you a very happy and blessed New Year! Be sure to check out the other New Year's ideas below!
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Jill Flory says
sounds so yummy and I LOVE those mugs! I gave my sister those exact mugs from Home goods for Christmas! wishing I’d gotten some for me too! 🙂 Happy New Year
laura says
Ha….until reading this, I thought the moscow mule was the mug. probably because we are to busy drinking moonshine out here in the country! 🙂 definitely want to try this drink.. I saw some of these mugs at World market the other day.
Christy says
You are so funny! Why not drink your moonshine in a pretty mug! Hee hee!
Sondra says
I love those mule mugs too!! So glad to be on this tour with you! Happy New Year!!
Diane says
So, now I know what to serve in the Moscow Mule mugs that I’m so infatuated with. 😉 Of course… since I’m already a fan of ginger beer… I might have an excuse to get the mugs and enjoy my soda in them. 😉 You always make a wonderful presentation Christie. 🙂 All the best for a wonderful New Year!
Christy says
I had never know of ginger beer before. It’s kind of my go to soda now for the rare occasion that I drink soda!
Malia says
I’ve always wanted to try this, thanks for the recipe!
Linda says
The Moscow Mule is new to me, but sounds delicious! Happy New Year!
Amy Chalmers says
I will be serving these at my party! Love them and your recipe looks perfect!
Christy says
Thanks bunches! They are wonderful!
Lisa says
Hi Christy what an easy mix and I know it’s delicious. I’ve gotta agree with everyone else on the mules.
I’ve seen these lovely mugs everywhere and I’m really going to have to pik up a quartet for myself.
Happy new year!
Jennifer says
I’ve never had the drink, but I love the mugs!
Shirley says
Love those Mules!…..Have a wonderful New Year’s!!!
Mary Beth says
I have zero experience with making mixed drinks but this is one I definitely think I can do. You made it look so easy, delicious and refreshing!