Sparkling Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe
Try this refreshing twist on the traditional Moscow Mule. A pitcher of these Sparkling Moscow Mule cocktails is guaranteed to impress your guests!
What is in a Moscow Mule?
A Moscow Mule usually contains vodka, ginger beer, and fresh lime juice. It is traditionally served in a copper mug or copper cup on the rocks with a lime garnish. Due to the popularity of the Moscow Mule cocktail, several variations have been created over the years, using different alcohols:
- Tequila for a Mexican Mule
- Spiced Rum for a Jamaican Mule
- Bourbon for a Kentucky Mule
- Champagne or Sparkling Wine for a Sparkling Mule
The recipe below is for the wine lover and uses sparkling wine, creating a Sparkling Moscow Mule.
How to Make a Moscow Mule
This bubbly mule cocktail is delicious and easy to make with just a few ingredients. Check your local wine store for a bottle of sparkling wine or champagne, then follow the recipe below to mix up a pitcher of Sparkling Moscow Mule cocktails.
Ingredients
- One bottle sparkling wine
- ½ cup ginger beer
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Ice
- Lime wedges
- Mint sprigs
Directions
Step 1:
In a pitcher, add one bottle of sparkling wine.
Step 2:
Add Ice.
Step 3:
Slowly pour in ginger beer, mixing as you pour.
Step 4:
Squeeze in fresh lime and add mint springs.
Step 5:
Serve in copper mugs with a stirring rod (optional, but recommended).
A Sparkling Moscow Mule doesn't need to served in a copper mug—in fact, it tastes good in any type of glass. Mules are also commonly served in a lowball glass or mason jar, but we think it's fun to break out the wine glasses when we want to take a break from the distinctively chilling nature of the copper mugs.
