Absolute Cranberry Moscow Mule

Filled with tart cranberry flavor and spicy ginger, this holiday twist on a traditional Moscow Mule is brewed with our Absolute Cranberry Herbal Tea! With an easy and equally delicious alcohol free version, it’s the perfect option for celebrating with loved ones! The recipe below is for an individual serving, but it can easily be multiplied for additional cups!

Ingredients (Alcoholic Version):

• 4-ounces ginger beer
• 4-ounces brewed Absolute Cranberry (iced)
• 2-ounces dark rum or vodka
• 1 lime, cut in half
• Crushed ice cubes
• Fresh or frozen cranberries (for garnish)

Ingredients (Alcohol-Free Version):

• 4-ounces ginger ale
• 4-ounces brewed Absolute Cranberry (iced)
• 1 lime, cut in half
• Crushed ice cubes
• Fresh or frozen cranberries (for garnish)

Directions:

1. Brew the Absolute Cranberry by making a concentrate. Add 1 tsp of loose leaf Absolute Cranberry to 4 ounces of 212 degree water and brew for 5 minutes. Pour over ice in a cocktail shaker and shake.
2. Add rum or vodka and juice of half of a lime to the cocktail shaker. Shake well. If making alcohol-free, just add the lime.
3. Pour Absolute Cranberry mixture over crushed ice in a traditional copper mug.
4. Add ginger beer or ginger ale directly to the mug and gently stir.
5. Top with cranberries and a lime wedge for a garnish. Enjoy!