How to Make a Moscow Mule | Cocktails For Beginners

INGREDIENTS FOR MOSCOW MULE

A Moscow Mule is a classic cocktail that typically consists of the following ingredients:

• Vodka
• Ginger beer
• Lime juice
• Ice
• For garnish: a lime wheel and mint leaves (optional)

WHERE DID THE NAME MOSCOW MULE COME FROM?

The Moscow Mule is a cocktail with a history that dates back to the 1940s. The drink's origin is attributed to a collaboration between three individuals: John G. Martin, president of G.F. Heublein Brothers, a spirits and food distributor; Jack Morgan, owner of the Cock 'n' Bull pub in Los Angeles; and Rudolph Kunett, a Russian immigrant who produced Smirnoff vodka.

Legend has it that in 1941, John Martin and Jack Morgan were struggling to sell their respective products—Smirnoff vodka and Cock 'n' Bull ginger beer. They joined forces to create a cocktail that would promote both products. According to the story, they mixed vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice in a copper mug and named it the "Moscow Mule."

The name "Moscow" was likely chosen to emphasize the Russian origin of vodka, and "Mule" may have been added due to the kick provided by the ginger beer. The copper mug, often associated with the Moscow Mule, was also part of the marketing strategy to make the cocktail stand out.

The Moscow Mule gained popularity over the years and became a classic cocktail, known for its refreshing and zesty flavor profile. The iconic copper mug has become a symbol of the drink, and it's often served in this distinctive vessel, contributing to the overall experience of enjoying a Moscow Mule.