Moscow Mule

Vodka · ginger beer · lime
A Moscow Mule in its glass

Photo: Bon Vivant

Vodka, fresh lime, and spicy ginger beer, traditionally served in a copper mug that keeps it ice cold.

Ingredients (per drink)

Instructions

  1. Fill a copper mug (or highball glass) with ice.
  2. Add the vodka and lime juice.
  3. Top with ginger beer and stir gently.
  4. Garnish with a lime wheel.

How much to buy for a party

One Moscow Mule per guest, plus 10% extra for spills and seconds. Adjust guests, servings and spillage in the calculator.

Ingredient10 guests20 guests50 guests
Ginger beer 1 × 1L2 × 1L5 × 1L
Lime juice 1 × 355mlor 6 fresh limes1 × 355mlor 12 fresh limes3 × 355mlor 28 fresh limes
Lime wheel 2 limes≈ 11 wheels4 limes≈ 22 wheels10 limes≈ 56 wheels
Vodka 1 × 750ml2 × 750ml5 × 750ml
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