Moscow Mule
Vodka, ginger beer, and lime — simple and refreshing.
Ingredients
| Vodka | 2 oz |
| Fresh lime juice | 0.5 oz |
| Ginger beer | 4 oz |
| Total volume | 6.50 oz |
Garnish: Lime wedge, mint sprig
Tip: change “Make” to scale the recipe, or switch units for the metric world.
How to make it
Built in the glass · Easy · about 2 minutes
- 1
Add the vodka and fresh lime juice to the copper mug and fill with crushed ice.
- 2
Top with the ginger beer.
- 3
Stir gently to combine.
- 4
Garnish with lime wedge, mint sprig.
Tools you'll need
Making a batch for a party?
This example makes 12 servings with added water at 0% of the full recipe volume before dilution. This is a planning assumption; water from ice at service is not predicted. Edit this recipe and create a purchase sheet → See the pre-calculated 10-serve batch →
| Ingredient | × 12 | mL |
|---|---|---|
| Vodka | 24.0 oz | 710 |
| Fresh lime juice | 6.0 oz | 177 |
| Ginger beer | 48.0 oz | 1420 |
BatchPour tools produce estimates for planning purposes only. Actual dilution, ABV, and ingredient yields vary by technique, ice temperature, and produce. Always taste and adjust. Drink responsibly.
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Moscow Mule FAQ
What's in a Moscow Mule?
A classic Moscow Mule is made with vodka, fresh lime juice, ginger beer. It's built in the glass and served in a copper mug glass.
What is the ABV of a Moscow Mule?
The listed ingredients calculate to approximately 12.3% ABV before added water or ice melt, with approximately 1.33 US standard drinks per serving. Water lowers the concentration but does not change the alcohol quantity.
Should I shake or stir a Moscow Mule?
Neither — the Moscow Mule is built right in the glass, so no shaker or mixing glass is needed.
How do I batch Moscow Mules for a party?
Scale each ingredient by your number of servings. Open this recipe in the batch planner to choose added water, package sizes and ingredients to hold for service. Preset water percentages are planning assumptions applied to all recipe liquid before dilution, not predictions of ice melt.