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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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