Virgin Moscow Mule - BEST Easy Ginger Beer Mocktail Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What ginger beer is best for a Moscow Mule? ›

The best ginger beer for Moscow mules is Fever-Tree brand ginger beer. Mara said, “It tastes the most like a Moscow mule,” and I wholeheartedly agreed. Fever-Tree's ginger beer has the most clear and pronounced fresh ginger flavor, thanks to a blend of three gingers from Nigeria, Cochin and the Ivory Coast.

Is ginger beer alcoholic in Moscow Mule? No, ginger beer in non-alcoholic. So if you're making Moscow mules for a party and have anyone that doesn't want alcohol, you can leave out the vodka and fill the mug up with ginger beer instead.

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.

Smirnoff Mule is the ready to drink version of the timeless and world renown co*cktail, the Moscow Mule. Smirnoff Mule is made with a flavorful combination of Smirnoff Vodka recipe No. 21, zesty ginger beer and a tangy spritz of lime. Note: Confirmation of product price occurs upon the receipt of your order.

In addition to these, the Moscow Mule has cousins from all over the world. If you like the idea of a Moscow Mule made with tequila instead of vodka, you can try a Mexican Mule (recipe courtesy of Difford's Guide), and if bourbon is more your style, there's also a Kentucky Mule (recipe by Liquor).

The classic recipe of Moscow Mule calls for ginger beer, but ginger ale gives the co*cktail a whole new flavour profile. Its sweetness perfectly complements lime juice and vodka. Its fizzy texture, and mild taste are easier to consume.

Ginger ale, by contrast, while still flavored with ginger, tends to be lighter with a more subdued ginger flavor and a higher sweetness level. This makes it a suitable stand-in for non-alcoholic beverages and can complement co*cktails, albeit with a slightly different flavor profile.

A Moscow mule is classically just three ingredients: vodka, ginger beer and lime juice. Our recipe adds ginger bitters to boost that spicy ginger flavour, while the lime juice comes in the form of lime wedges for everyone to squeeze in their own.

Are Moscow mules healthy? ›

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.

Kentucky Mule

True to it's name, the Kentucky mule is like a Moscow mule, with bourbon instead of vodka.

Best co*cktail Mixer

Bartenders swear by Fever-Tree's “premium” take on ginger beer for all sorts of concoctions. “It's nice and dry (less sugar than most) with a flavor that won't overpower the other ingredients in the co*cktail or Highball,” says McGee.

Reed's Original Ginger Beer

This world-famous, Jamaican-inspired recipe is crafted with REAL fresh ginger root, natural fruit juices, honey and spices. Perfect straight-up or mixed.

Tips For Making The Best Moscow Mule

Reed's Extra Ginger packs a spicy punch, while Q drinks and Fever Tree are milder but still ginger-y. The best vodkas for Moscow Mules: You don't have to go top shelf here (we honestly wouldn't — you're going to drown it in ginger beer and lime juice) but don't go bottom shelf.