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    Home » Cocktails » Yummy Cranberry Moscow Mule Recipe for Christmas Sipping

    Published: Dec 13, 2019 · Updated: Nov 19, 2022 by Sharon Garofalow | This post may contain affiliate links. See the privacy policy linked in my footer.

    Yummy Cranberry Moscow Mule Recipe for Christmas Sipping

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    This Cranberry Moscow Mule recipe is full of my favorite holiday flavors. This refreshing vodka drink can be served as people drop in for some Christmas cheer or as a signature drink at a party. You’re going to love the vibrant spices that take this cranberry juice from classic to celebratory!

    A spiced Cranberry Mule for the holidays in a copper mug with a sage garnish and cinnamon and cranberries on the table next to it.
    Let’s make this tangy Cranberry Moscow Mule recipe!

    Moscow Mules are easy to make and this one with spiced cranberry juice is my go-to for this time of year! 

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    • Make These Cranberry Moscow Mules for Christmas
    • Ingredients
    • How to Make Christmas Cranberry Mules
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More easy Christmas cocktails
    • Christmas Cranberry Moscow Mule

    Make These Cranberry Moscow Mules for Christmas

    While most Moscow Mules are just a few ingredients poured into a copper mug, this one does have an extra step.

    And it’s totally worth it. 

    The Spiced Cranberry Juice is easy to make but must be made ahead of time for the best flavor. 

    But it’s where all that amazing holiday flavor comes from. 

    Related post: Cranberry Vodka Slush

    It’s a base that I use all season long and can be kept in the fridge for several weeks.

    So if you’re only making a few of these Cranberry Mules, you’ll have plenty of cranberry juice left over for other drinks!

    Candy cane martinis on a table with text next to it.

    Ingredients

    Ingredients for a cranberry moscow mule on a counter.
    What you need to make spiced Cranberry Moscow Mules for Christmas.

    The spiced cranberry juice gives this drink such a fun color and vibrant flavor.

    • spiced cranberry juice (make ahead of time)
    • vodka
    • fresh lime juice
    • ginger beer
    • fresh herb for garnish

    Make the spiced cranberry juice per directions from this post and keep it in the refrigerator until needed.

    How to Make Christmas Cranberry Mules

    Copper mule mug next to cranberry juice and jigger.
    1. In a copper Moscow Mule mug, add spiced cranberry juice, vodka, and fresh lime juice.
    2. Give a quick stir.
    3. Top with ginger beer.
    4. Garnish with fresh herbs (I used sage since I love how it pairs with the cranberry juice!)

    I love to add fresh herbs as a garnish, especially during the holidays. 

    I love how they add another sensory experience as you bring the cup to your mouth. 

    Since they are so prevalent in holiday recipes, they also convey an almost memory reflex in the brain. At least it does in mine.

    Cranberry Moscow Mule on a table served in a copper mug with a sage garnish.

    I almost included this copper mug on the list of ingredients. I mean, you don’t really need to have one for this cocktail to taste amazing.

    They’re just awesome! The outside gets frosty cold and they just make sipping on a Moscow Mule with cranberry even tastier somehow.

    Overhead shot of a Spiced cranberry mule on a table in a copper mug next to a bottle of cranberry juice.

    If you don’t want to take the time to make the spiced cranberry juice, you can try my Holiday Mule Recipe.

    But trust me, you’ll want to make it at some point.

    My Holiday Mule uses a storebought cranberry cider that has all the extra flavor in it. It’s a time saver. But I’m still partial to this version.

    The flavor just can’t be beat! 

    These Cranberry Mules would be perfect to serve for a White Elephant gift exchange or a cookie exchange party for a girl’s night in.

    A Cranberry Mule is perfect to sip on all holiday season long! Make your Christmas extra merry with this festive drink!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can you use plain cranberry juice?

    Yes, of course. You’ll follow the same recipe as below. You’ll just lose all the holiday flavor for the infused juice I noted above. It will still be tasty. And you could even try to add some flavor back in with spices added to the juice in powder form. 

    What type of Ginger Beer should I use?

    There are so many brands of ginger beer on the market now. So it’s really a personal preference which type you use. I like Reed’s because it has a lot of great flavor without too much sweetness or a harsh ginger flavor. Bundaberg is also a great brand to try and is in a cute bottle. (That totally matters).
    I try to pick up a new brand every time I see it but I always tend to go back to Reed’s.

    More easy Christmas cocktails

    • Holiday Moscow Mule
    • Spiced Winter Daiquiri
    • Spiced Cranberry Vodka Slush
    • Champagne Punch
    • Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail
    • Fireball Eggnog
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    Christmas Cranberry Moscow Mule

    This delicious and refreshing Christmas cocktail will bring you all the holiday cheer. Make a Cranberry Mule before Santa gets here.
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cranberry Juice Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 189kcal
    Author: Sharon Garofalow

    Ingredients

    • 2 oz spiced cranberry juice make ahead of time
    • 1.5 oz vodka
    • ½ oz fresh lime juice
    • 4 oz ginger beer
    • fresh herbs for garnish

    Instructions

    • Make the spiced cranberry juice per directions from this post and keep it in the refrigerator until needed.
    • In a copper Moscow Mule mug, add spiced cranberry juice, vodka, and fresh lime juice. 
    • Give a quick stir.
    • Top with ginger beer.
    • Garnish with fresh herbs (I used sage since I love how it pairs with the cranberry juice!)

    Notes

    Don’t forget to plan ahead for the spiced cranberry juice! The cranberry juice steeps with the spices for about 45 minutes and then must cool completely.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Sodium: 13mg | Sugar: 22g
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    About Sharon Garofalow

    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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