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Built · one serving

Moscow Mule

Cold vodka, spicy ginger, and sharp lime in a brisk long drink.

Short answer

Moscow Mule is a built cocktail made with vodka, lime juice, and ginger beer. Cold vodka, spicy ginger, and sharp lime in a brisk long drink. Follow the one-serving recipe below for exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 4 minutes.
Time4 min
MethodBuilt
GlassCopperMug
LevelEasy
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Moscow Mule ingredients

Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

Moscow Mule ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Vodka50 ml5 cl1.7 oz2.5 parts
Lime JuiceFreshly squeezed20 ml2 cl0.7 oz1 part
Ginger Beer100 ml10 cl3.4 oz5 parts
Lime (optional)1 sliceOptional

Garnish: Lime wheel

Method

How to make Moscow Mule

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill a copper mug or highball glass and fill it completely with fresh ice.

  2. 02

    Pour 50 ml vodka and 20 ml fresh lime juice over the ice.

  3. 03

    Stir for about 5 seconds to chill and combine the vodka and lime.

  4. 04

    Slowly top with 100 ml cold ginger beer, pouring it down the inside of the mug.

  5. 05

    Lift the ice once with a bar spoon to combine the drink without flattening the ginger beer.

  6. 06

    Add the optional lime slice to the rim and serve while the mug is very cold.

Tasting profile

What does Moscow Mule taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are freshness (5/5) and sourness (3/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness2 / 5
Sourness3 / 5
Bitterness1 / 5
Strength3 / 5
Freshness5 / 5

Quick answers

Moscow Mule questions

What is in a Moscow Mule?

Kokto’s build uses vodka, lime juice, and ginger beer, with optional items shown separately in the table.

How long does a Moscow Mule take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 4 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Moscow Mule prepared?

It uses a built method and is served in a coppermug. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Moscow Mule alcohol-free?

No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.

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Evidence

Sources & editorial note

The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.

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