A Christmas Moscow Mule brings holiday cheer and seasonal flavors into a delicious and crisp, festive drink that’s easy-to-make for holiday celebrations. Pitcher and big batch recipes are included in the recipe card for holiday parties!

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Christmas Moscow Mule Pitcher

A Christmas Moscow mule is a festive twist on a traditional Moscow Mule which is typically made with vodka, ginger beer, fresh lime juice and muddled mint leaves, which makes it more fitting for the holiday season.

One of the things I like best about a traditional Moscow Mules is it’s not too sweet of a cocktail. I feel as though there just aren’t enough of them.

This delicious alcoholic drink (a.k.a. Yule Mule) is made with vodka, apple cider, cranberry juice cocktail, ginger beer and lime juice. This Yule Mule doesn’t use mint leaves, like my Raspberry Mule, as I don’t feel it tastes good with the cranberry juice and apple cider.

The cinnamon stick and rosemary garnish add a little flavor to this drink too.

Do try my White Christmas Sangria!!! It went viral on Pinterest in December 2023 and I have high hopes for it this holiday season as well. Add them both to your list of Christmas cocktails.

Use your favorite vodka and ginger beer to make this crisp and tasty cocktail. Make a big batch of it for holiday parties. Be sure to add the ginger beer just before serving because it’s carbonated and will lose it’s fizz over time.

It’s a festive drink to sip while wrapping gifts or snuggled up on your couch watching Christmas movies. “Elf” is one of my favorites.

I have a few good-tasting Moscow Mule recipes on this website. Try my tasty and popular Limoncello Moscow Mule too or my Moscow Mule with Rum.

I like using a copper mug (affiliate link) to make Moscow Mules because it keeps them ice cold while I’m drinking them. They make good gifts too. The box could possibly fit in a large stocking.

Do I need a cocktail shaker?

No, you don’t need a cocktail shaker to make this drink. As a matter of fact, I don’t recommend using one because the ginger beer is carbonated. Therefore, it would be like shaking a bottle of soda. You only need to stir this drink well.

Is there alcohol in ginger beer?

Many people assume there’s alcohol in ginger beer because of the name but, ginger beer is non-alcoholic. However, it’s different tasting than ginger ale which is also non-alcoholic.

What alcohol is in a Moscow Mule?

Traditionally, Moscow Mules are made with vodka however, they can be made with white rum instead. They’re called a Rum Mule.

What can I garnish holiday drinks with?

Fresh rosemary sprigs, cinnamon sticks, and fresh cranberries will make your drinks look festive. However, a Moscow Mule is usually served with a lime wedge, which happens to be green and in line with the holiday spirit.

Now, let’s get to the recipe.

Christmas Moscow Mule

*The full recipe is in the recipe card below. The recipe below is for a single drink, but the pitcher recipe is in the printable recipe card below.

2 oz vodka
2 oz apple cider
3 oz cranberry juice cocktail
3 oz ginger beer (such as Fever Tree’s Ginger Beer)
1 tsp fresh lime juice
1 cup of ice cubes
sprig of rosemary (optional for garnish and flavoring)
fresh cranberries (optional for garnish)
cinnamon stick (optional for garnish and flavoring)

Serve this cocktail in a cold copper cup.

A Christmas Moscow Mule is a festive spin on a classic Moscow Mule that will delight your friends and family.

Make this crisp, festive cocktail for your gatherings. I’ve included a pitcher recipe (that makes four servings) and a big batch that makes 16 servings below in the notes of the recipe card.

It’s so easy-to-make this Christmas Moscow Mule recipe with simple ingredients. Because I’ve included a pitcher recipe too, it’s perfect holiday drink for your holiday party!

Also, enjoy it with tasty hot appetizers. Happy holidays!

Christmas Moscow Mule

Author Joanne Schweitzer

Servings

Prep: 2

Total: 2

A Christmas Moscow Mule brings the holiday flavors into a delicious and crisp festive drink that's easy-to-make. It's made with vodka, apple cider, cranberry juice cocktail, ginger beer and lime juice.

Ingredients

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Instructions

First, fill a cold copper mug or large glass with ice cubes.
Next, add vodka, apple cider, cranberry juice, ginger beer and lime juice. Stir until well mixed.
Last, garnish with rosemary sprig, cranberries and a cinnamon stick (optional.)

Notes

Christmas Moscow Mule Pitcher Recipe

Makes 4 servings (10 oz each)

8 oz vodka
8 oz apple cider
12 oz cranberry juice cocktail
12 oz ginger beer
4 tsp fresh lime juice

Add all ingredients to a pitcher. Then, fill four glasses or cold copper mugs with ice and pour 10 ounces into each glass. Garnish with fresh cranberries, rosemary sprigs and cinnamon sticks or as desired.

If you're making this recipe ahead of time, be sure to add the ginger beer just before serving because it's carbonated and will lose it's fizz over time.

Big Batch Recipe

Makes 16 servings (10 oz each)

32 oz vodka
32 oz apple cider
48 oz cranberry juice cocktail
48 oz ginger beer
5 tbsp fresh lime juice

Add all ingredients to a large pitcher. Then, fill glasses or cold copper mugs with ice and pour 10 ounces into each glass. Garnish with fresh cranberries, rosemary sprigs and cinnamon sticks or as desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 233calCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 11mgPotassium: 76mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 38mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Course alcoholic drinks

Cuisine American

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