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spiced cranberry mule

Spiced Cranberry Mule

The crisp chill of winter calls for drinks that are just as vibrant and warming as the season itself, and the spiced cranberry mule fits the bill perfectly.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 serving
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Measuring jigger
  • Muddler or Spoon
  • Copper mugs or glasses
  • Citrus Juicer

Ingredients
  

For the Mule

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 3 oz cranberry juice unsweetened or lightly sweetened
  • 1/2 oz lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 4 oz ginger beer
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of ground cloves
  • Ice cubes

For Garnish

  • Fresh cranberries
  • Lime wedges
  • Sprig of rosemary

Instructions
 

Prepare Your Ingredients

  • Measure out 2 oz of vodka, 3 oz cranberry juice, and 1/2 oz fresh lime juice.
  • Gather 1/4 tsp cinnamon, a pinch of cloves, ice cubes, and your garnishes (fresh cranberries, lime wedges, and rosemary).
  • Pro Tip: Freshly squeezed lime juice makes a huge difference in brightness—it’s worth the extra squeeze!

Mix the Base

  • In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, cranberry juice, lime juice, cinnamon, and cloves.
  • Fill the shaker halfway with ice.
  • Close the shaker and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds to chill and blend everything evenly.
  • Pro Tip: Shake firmly but not too hard; you want the spices to disperse without bruising the ginger beer later.

Prepare the Glasses

  • Fill your mugs or glasses with ice cubes, leaving enough room for the ginger beer.
  • Optional: Rub a lime wedge around the rim for extra flavor and a festive touch.

Assemble the Mule

  • Strain the shaken mixture into your prepared glass over ice.
  • Top with 4 oz of ginger beer, pouring slowly to keep the fizz lively.
  • Pro Tip: Pour ginger beer gently over the back of a spoon if you want to preserve the bubbles and keep it extra fizzy.

Garnish and Serve

  • Add fresh cranberries, a lime wedge, and a sprig of rosemary for a festive touch.
  • Give it a gentle stir with a straw or spoon to combine flavors.
  • Serve immediately while cold and fizzy.
  • Pro Tip: For an extra festive look, freeze cranberries ahead of time; they’ll keep your drink cold without watering it down.

Notes

Nutritional Value (Per Serving):

  • Calories: 180–200 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Fat: 0g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Alcohol: Approximately 14g
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