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FAQs

Is a Moscow Mule for girls? ›

Is Moscow Mule a girly drink? Moscow Mules don't discriminate. Anyone can enjoy the refreshing taste of ginger, lime, and vodka.

The classic recipe of Moscow Mule calls for ginger beer, but ginger ale gives the co*cktail a whole new flavour profile. Its sweetness perfectly complements lime juice and vodka. Its fizzy texture, and mild taste are easier to consume.

The name is a reference to the two main ingredients - vodka and ginger beer. Vodka is associated with Russia, and the ginger beer has a kick "like a mule". You might also hear the Moscow Mule called a vodka buck.

The dark and stormy co*cktail is traditionally made from dark rum and ginger beer, garnished with a slice of fresh lemon. Its famous competitor the moscow mule co*cktail uses vodka instead of rum, often a spicier ginger beer and lime juice. Both these co*cktails are best served in a tall high ball glass with lots of ice.

Sex: Male is a 'horse mule' (also known as a 'john' or 'jack'). Female is a 'mare mule' (also known as a 'molly').

And so the Moscow Mule became the Snake Island Mule (with a line striking out “Moscow” for emphasis), and the Caipiroska — the Russian-ified name of the classic Brazilian drink the Caipirinha, when it's made with vodka instead of the traditional cachaça — was re-dubbed the Caipi Island.

In a pinch, ginger ale will work as a substitute for ginger beer in a Moscow mule, however the citrusy, zingy flavor that the ginger beer normally brings will be a lot more muted. Ginger ale will make your Moscow mule a lot more sweet and bubbly.

Moscow mules are delightfully fizzy drinks made with fiery ginger beer, vodka and fresh lime. Moscow mules are refreshing on hot summer days, sure, but they're also holiday-appropriate thanks to the strong ginger flavor. They strike that elusive balance between spicy, sweet and strong, and I'd sip one any day.

Kentucky Mule vs Moscow Mule

Traditional Moscow Mules are made with vodka, whilst a Kentucky Mule uses whisky for a warmer, spicier serve. You can also swap in tequila for a Mexican twist, or dark rum for a classic Dark 'n Stormy.

Can you make a Moscow Mule without a copper mug? ›

You can go through co*cktail history or chat with a purist and they will tell you that a copper cup is necessary for a proper Moscow Mule taste and experience. Along with American tradition, a copper mug is vital to fully enhance the aroma and taste of a Moscow Mule co*cktail.

By swapping vodka for Scotch, the Moscow Mule was born. The name was a play on vodka's Russian origins. But the co*cktail is an American original. That's why we call it the American Mule.

For an option that's most similar to a classic moscow mule, we suggest white rum. For something with a bit more flavor, try an aged rum. If you love the flavor of spiced dark rum, you can also use that – it will just change the flavor of the co*cktail. Whichever variety you decide to use, make sure it's good quality.

Can You Substitute Ginger Ale for Ginger Beer in co*cktails? In a pinch, in a home bar with no one watching, you could use ginger ale to make drinks akin to Moscow Mules or Dark and Stormys, but the results would be less balanced and sweet to the point of cloying.

Is a Moscow mule a girly drink or a manly drink? This is one of the things I love most about this co*cktail: anyone can enjoy it! It's often served in a masculine metal mug, and it's got a sharp bite to it, so it's perfect for guys. But it's also fizzy and a little sweet, so women really enjoy it too!

Mules can be either male or female, but, because of the odd number of chromosomes, they can't reproduce. However, a male mule should be gelded in order to make him a safe and sociable animal. Except for the long ears, mules look very similar to horses, but their muscle composition is different.

Although some people view the Cosmo as a typical “girly” drink and one that's ordered under a pretense of 'sophistication,' a properly made Cosmo, is in fact, not too overly sweet or fruity, like usual female tipples.