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    Cherry Moscow Mule

    Published: Mar 2, 2021 · Modified: May 5, 2021 by Elise Shivamber · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    A traditional Moscow mule lightened up with cherry jam. It’s tart, flavorful, and a fun use of extra cherries! Cherries, vodka, lime and ginger beer - what’s an easier (or better) combination than that? This vodka cherry cocktail is the perfect Summer cocktail!

    cherry moscow mule with cherry jam in the background

    This cocktail with cherries is delicious! It’s the perfect all-year round drink because it uses cherry jam - not fresh cherries! Even better, Moscow mules are very low maintenance and a crowd pleaser. 

    Jump to:
    • What is a Moscow Mule?
    • How to make a cocktail with cherries
    • Ingredients
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Make it a mocktail
    • Other drinks you might like
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    A Moscow mule is a Summer cocktail that I always love. It is so fizzy and tart - some of my favorite cocktails have tart tastes (aka skinny margarita hello!). For the Summer, what’s better than adding some cherries?

    I’ve been wanting to make a cocktail with cherries lately. Something about craving a cherry limeade type of spiked cocktail got me thinking .. what about a cherry Moscow mule?! It feels like the perfect drink for when the weather warms up.

    What is a Moscow Mule?

    A traditional Moscow Mule is a vodka-based drink. It has freshly-squeezed lime juice and ginger beer. The spice of the ginger beer mixed with the fresh lime juice makes for a light and refreshing bubbly drink. 

    Do I have to use that copper mug?

    Moscow mules are almost always served in a copper mug. There are a few reasons why, but mostly because of tradition and history.

    close up of a copper mug holding a moscow mule with cherries

    The rumor goes that the creator of the moscow mule recipe first showed off the cocktail in a copper mug. That’s because the girlfriend owned a copper making company!

    I find that copper mugs react well with the fizzy, tart taste of Moscow mules. The mugs also keep the drink the most cold, as copper is a strong thermal conductor.

    How to make a cocktail with cherries

    The best part about this Moscow mule recipe is it’s different! It’s got cherries, vodka, lime, ginger beer - all the best flavors!

    Cherries have a really short period of being in season. In season is May to August for sweet cherries and only a few weeks in June or July for sour cherries. Using a jam helped make sure this vodka cherry cocktail is a year-round delight.

    STEP ONE: Add lime juice, cherry jam and vodka into a cocktail shaker or mason jar. 

    pouring vodka cherries into a copper mug

    STEP TWO: Shake for 15-seconds. Strain or pour into a copper mug.

    STEP THREE: Top with ginger beer and enjoy!

    Ingredients

    This Cherry Moscow Mule uses only four all natural ingredients:

    • Vodka
    • Lime Juice (fresh is best!)
    • Cherry Jam
    • Ginger Beer

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What type of jam should I use?

    jam and lime juice in a cocktail mason jar

    Have you ever wondered how to use jam in a cocktail? I sure have!  I used Trade St. Jam Co’s Sour Ginger Cherry jam. The cherry added that tartness, while the ginger played well with the ginger beer! It was a superb combination!

    If you don’t have cherry jam, you can muddle some tart cherries (pit removed) before adding vodka.

    Do I have to use vodka in a moscow mule?

    pouring vodka into a mason jar

    NOPE! You can also use: tequila, gin, bourbon, or rum!

    Should I use a cocktail shaker for a Moscow mule?

    cherry moscow mule

    Technically speaking, yes. You should use a cocktail shaker with every cocktail that combines liquor and citrus. But no, you definitely don’t have to!

    Can you use ginger ale in a Moscow mule?

    You could but I do not suggest it. It tends to be a LOT sweeter than ginger beer. Ginger beer is more tart and fizzy. If you prefer sweeter drinks, you can definitely try it, but know the flavor will be sweet and less gingery.

    cherries in the back of a moscow mule

    Make it a mocktail

    Make this cherry Moscow mule a mocktail by removing the vodka. Instead use all other ingredients as is or substitute for non-alcoholic vodka.

    Other drinks you might like

    • Grapefruit Moscow Mule
    • Pineapple Moscow Mule
    • Skinny Margarita

    📖 Recipe

    cherry moscow mule in a copper mug with cherries on top

    Cherry Moscow Mule

    Elise Shivamber
    A traditional Moscow mule lightened up with cherry jam. It’s tart, flavorful, and a fun use of extra cherries! Cherries, vodka, lime and ginger beer - what’s an easier (or better) combination than that? This vodka cherry cocktail is the perfect Summer cocktail!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 cocktail
    Calories 265 kcal

    Equipment

    • Cocktail Shaker

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 OZ Vodka
    • 1 TBSP Cherry Jam
    • 1 Lime Juiced
    • 6 OZ Ginger Beer

    Instructions
     

    • Add lime juice, cherry jam and vodka into a mason jar or cocktail shaker. Add ice cubes.
    • Shake for 15-seconds (or stir if no lid).
    • Pour into a copper mug filled with ice.
    • Top with ginger beer.

    Notes

    Make this cherry Moscow mule a mocktail by removing the vodka. Instead use all other ingredients as is.
    If you don’t have cherry jam, you can muddle some tart cherries (pit removed) before adding vodka.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 86mgFiber: 2gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 34IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword cherry, ginger beer, moscow mule, vodka
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    1. Chelsea

      March 05, 2021 at 3:12 pm

      This Moscow mule is off the chains! I love the added cherry; it makes the mule so much more flirty and fun. Thanks for kicking ass at this cocktail.

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      • Elise Shivamber

        March 06, 2021 at 6:36 pm

        Chelsea, so glad you enjoyed it! I'm a huge fan myself! Love a fun twist on a classic!

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