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Yule Mule

A festive twist on a classic cocktail, combining ginger beer with cranberry and cinnamon flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Drink
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup cranberry juice
  • 1 cup ginger beer
  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1 oz lime juice
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Fresh cranberries for garnish
  • Mint leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Muddler or spoon
  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Glassware (copper mugs or glasses)
  • Cocktail shaker (optional)

Method
 

  1. Start by chilling your glassware in the freezer for a few minutes.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the cranberry juice, vodka, lime juice, and ground cinnamon.
  3. Fill your shaker with ice and shake again until well chilled.
  4. Remove your glasses from the freezer and strain the mixture into each glass.
  5. Pour ginger beer over the top of each drink.
  6. Add fresh cranberries and mint leaves as a garnish.
  7. Gently stir the drinks to combine the layers without losing the bubbles.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper to the mix.