Vodka
Moscow Mule
The copper-mug drink — vodka, lime, a proper ginger kick.
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Origin
Invented in 1941 as a marketing collaboration between a vodka importer and a ginger beer maker looking to move slow-selling stock — a genuinely well-documented origin, backed by the real business partnership.
Flavour Profile
Good for someone who wants spicy and refreshing without much alcohol bite. Not for someone chasing a strong, spirit-forward drink — vodka's neutrality is the point.
Glass & Garnish
Copper mug or highball, full of ice.
Ingredients
- Vodka2 oz
- Fresh lime juice0.5 oz
- Ginger beer4 oz, to top
Method
- Add vodka and lime to a glass with ice.
- Top with ginger beer.
- Stir once.
- Garnish with lime wheel.
Notes
Use a spicy ginger beer, not mild ginger ale. Copper mug is tradition, not a flavour requirement. Pairs well with spicy or fried snacks.
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