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This Hibiscus Mule Recipe is Perfect for Spring

February 18, 2020 By Sharon Garofalow Leave a Comment

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What’s a little bit fruity, a touch floral and totally refreshing? This Hibiscus Mule. This refreshing vodka cocktail is easy to make and a great way to welcome warmer weather.

If you’re looking for a unique variation of Moscow Mules, this version with hibiscus liqueur and hibiscus juice will quench your thirst.

Whether you’re looking for an easy cocktail to sip at home or bring to your next girl’s night, this boozy beverage is just what you need!

Top of a copper Moscow Mule mug with mint garnish.
A Moscow Mule with tart and tangy hibiscus!

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A Hibiscus Mule for Spring

Grab your favorite copper mug and start gathering the ingredients for this refreshing cocktail.

With spring right around the corner, this simple vodka recipe is a great way to branch out from your go-to cocktail.

A Hibiscus Moscow Mule has an herbal flavor that you’re going to fall in love with. Hibiscus and vodka are a match made in heaven. You’ll be craving this mule version that is perfect for spring.

Close up of Hibiscus juice in a jigger on a marble cutting board.

What is Hibiscus?

The Hibiscus is a flowering plant that’s often used to make a flavorful tea-like drink.

Hibiscus generally has a tart cranberry-like flavor, with notes of citrus. It’s made into teas, syrups and juices that are great when worked into cocktail recipes.

The color it adds to drinks is a purple-y pink that is absolutely stunning. You can see an example in my Hibiscus Martini Recipe.

Ways to Flavor Cocktails with Hibiscus

There are a variety of ways you can flavor your favorite cocktails with Hibiscus.

If you want that hibiscus flavor with your next cocktail, consider these products:

  • Hibiscus Flowers in Syrup
  • Hibiscus Liqueur
  • Hibiscus Cooler juice
  • Hibiscus Tea
  • Agua de Jamaica
  • Hibiscus Vodka
  • Hibiscus Water

It’s easy to add that flowery yet tart flavor to your favorite cocktail recipe.

Ingredients for a Hibiscus Mule Cocktail

How to Make Hibiscus Moscow Mule

Welcome spring with this easy Moscow Mule recipe.

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ oz  vodka
  • 2 oz Hibiscus Cooler juice
  • 1 oz Hibiscus Liquor
  • ¼ – ½ oz fresh lime juice
  • 2 oz ginger beer

I found the Hibiscus Cooler juice in my local grocery store and also on Amazon Fresh.

The Hibiscus Liquor I found at Bev Mo. I love the Fruitlab Hibiscus Liqueur from Greenbar Distillery. It’s made in LA and is organic and color and additive-free!

Tips and/or Substitutions

Don’t want to buy Hibiscus Liqueur just for a few recipes, you can get a similar flavor by using tart cherry juice or a low-sugar cranberry juice.

Add in some floral notes with bitters or elderflower liqueur if you happen to have that.

But I really do love the liqueur because it’s such a concentrated flavor and it adds a little heft to the drink.

I’m terrible about making sure that I have the ingredients on hand before I start a recipe. I fell in love with Drizly for this reason!

It’s an alcohol delivery service that delivers your order in about an hour! It’s so handy!

Copper Moscow Mule mug on a cutting board next to ingredients for a Hibiscus Moscow Mule.

Directions: 

  1. To a copper Moscow Mule mug, add ice.
  2. Add vodka, hibiscus juice, hibiscus liquor, and fresh lime juice.
  3. Top with ginger beer and bitters.
  4. Use a bar spoon to give it a quick stir.
Close up of a Hibiscus Mule in a copper Mule mug and mint garnish.
This Hibiscus Mule is the perfect vodka cocktail for spring!

It’s such a quick and easy recipe but feels totally unique. This Hibiscus Mule recipe is perfect for spring happy hours or for unwinding after dinner.

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Yield: 1 serving

Hibiscus Mule Recipe

A copper Moscow Mule mug with a mint garnish.

Welcome spring with this refreshing Hibiscus Mule. This quick and easy twist on the classic Moscow Mule features a fruity and floral taste that is totally unique. The combination of the hibiscus juice and liqueur amps up the tart flavor and gives it a gorgeous color. A little citrus and ginger beer make this flavorful and easy vodka cocktail to share with friends.

Prep Time 4 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz vodka
  • 2 oz Hibiscus Cooler juice
  • 1 oz Hibiscus Liquor
  • ¼ - ½ oz fresh lime juice
  • 2 oz ginger beer
  • 3 dashes of bitters

Instructions

  1. To a copper Moscow Mule mug, add ice. 
  2. Add your favorite vodka, hibiscus juice, hibiscus liqueur, and fresh lime juice.
  3. Top Hibiscus Mule with chilled ginger beer and bitters. 
  4. Use a bar spoon to give it a quick stir.
  5. Garnish your spring Mule with fresh mint.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

The hibiscus liqueur and juice have sweetness but if you find that you need a little bit more, add some simple syrup or agave.

Forgot to prechill your ingredients? No problem! Just add them (minus the ginger beer) to a cocktail shaker. Then add ice. Shake vigorously and strain over fresh ice in a copper Moscow Mule mug. Top with ginger beer.

Do not shake the ginger beer (or any other carbonated beverage unless you want to clean up a big mess...)

Recommended Products

As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

  • Fever-Tree Ginger Beer, 16.9 Ounce
    Fever-Tree Ginger Beer, 16.9 Ounce
  • Rose Gold Bar Spoons
    Rose Gold Bar Spoons
  • Lemon and Lime Juicer
    Lemon and Lime Juicer
  • Moscow Mule Copper Mugs, Set of 2
    Moscow Mule Copper Mugs, Set of 2

Nutrition Information

Yield

1

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 366Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 153mgCarbohydrates 46gFiber 0gSugar 43gProtein 0g

Nutrition information isn't always accurate.

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© Sharon Garofalow
Cuisine: American / Category: Recipes

More Hibiscus Cocktails:

  • Hibiscus Vodka Cocktail with Grapefruit and Soda
  • Hibiscus Martini

More Spring Cocktails:

  • Blood Orange Sorbet Gin Float
  • Lemon and Blueberry Moscow Mule
  • White Wine Spritzer

Or see my collections of : Easy Cocktails, Moscow Mule Variations, Vodka Cocktails, and Wine Cocktails.

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Sharon lives in Southern California with her adorable family. She loves to share ideas to make mom life easier and encourage busy gals to make time for themselves too! Sharon's "me" time often includes watching Hallmark Channel movies, sipping sauvignon blanc, trying not to eat Salt and Pepper potato chips, and planning girlfriend getaways.

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