The Dandy Donkey, featuring Cock n’ Bull Cherry Ginger Beer, in a hammered copper mug from World Tableware.  Photo Credit:  Courtney Stroup

The makers of Cock N’ Bull Ginger Beer are at it again. This time, they have added a new flavor to their repertoire with Cock N’ Bull Cherry Ginger Beer, and a custom cocktail to accompany it. Last fall, we introduced you to copper mugs and the Moscow Mule, made with original Cock N’ Bull Ginger Beer. Now, we’d like to share with you the Dandy Donkey, custom made with Cock N’ Bull Cherry Ginger Beer, and just as equally appealing when served in a hammered copper mug, like this one from World Tableware. Described as a “not-too-distant cousin” of the Moscow Mule, the Dandy Donkey is loved by all who occasionally imbibe.

How do you make a Dandy Donkey, you ask? It’s really quite simple…

First, you’ll need:

• 1½ ounce Vodka of your choice
• ½ fresh lime
• Ice
• Cock N’ Bull Cherry Ginger Beer, ice cold is best
• A cherry or two
• An awesome copper mug

Second, combine the vodka, ice, and Cock N’ Bull Cherry Ginger Beer in a copper mug. Squeeze the juice from half of a lime (you can drop the squeezed lime into your beverage for added visual appeal if you would like), and stir gently. Garnish with a cherry (or two) and enjoy!

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Photo courtesy of Libbey.

The Moscow Mule was dreamed up in 1941 by Cock ‘n’ Bull creator Jack Morgan and Smirnoff vodka distributor John Martin, two businessmen struggling to promote their product.  Combining “the extra ginger soft drink” with not-yet-popular “white whiskey” and a squeeze of lime was a tasty success, but the decision to serve the beverage in the copper mugs inherited by a mutual friend was a stroke of marketing genius.  It wasn’t long before the newly-created Moscow Mule became one of the most popular cocktails of the 1950s and early 1960s.

Although the popularity of the drink waned after just a few short years of success, it is making a strong comeback in today’s bar and restaurant scene.  With the spicy edge of the ginger beer, complemented by the bite of limey citrus, the drink will wow you from first sip.  And the mug…well, it just makes the drink!

Recipe

• 1.75 oz vodka
• 0.5 oz lime juice
• Cock n’ Bull Ginger Beer
•  Lime wedge for garnish
• Mint sprig for garnish

Directions:

1. Fill a Moscow Mule Copper Mug or Cup with ice.
2. Pour vodka and lime juice over the ice, then top with ginger beer.
3. Garnish with the lime wedge and mint sprig.  Enjoy!

Things to know about the copper mugs:

• The retro look is both stylish and authentic.
• Stainless steel base with solid copper plating.
•  The mugs are not machine-washable.  They can, however, be washed with a submersible glass washer and a mild detergent.

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