Easy Moscow Mule With Rum
Switch things up and make a Moscow Mule with Rum! Mixing smooth rum with spicy ginger beer and a splash of lime creates a delicious cocktail that will become a new favorite!
![A copper mug filled with a Moscow Mule with rum, garnished with fresh mint leaves and a lime wheel.](https://thebeveragesnob.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/moscow-mule-with-rum-in-copper-mug-1-of-1-4.jpg)
A Moscow Mule is one of my all-time favorite cocktails. And I am constantly looking for new variations! Have you tried my Strawberry Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe?
Well, I am happy to say that this variation using rum instead of vodka is a winner!
What you’ll love about this recipe:
Ingredients and Substitutions
![Ingredients for the Moscow Mule with rum placed on a wooden table.](https://thebeveragesnob.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/moscow-mule-with-rum-ingredients-1-of-1.jpg)
- Rum. I used Bacardi white superior rum. Substitute with vodka for a traditional Moscow Mule or bourbon for a Kentucky Mule.
- Ginger beer. I used Crabbies’s brand ginger beer, but feel free to use your favorite. You can even use ginger ale for a milder ginger flavor and less of a kick if you like.
- Lime juice. Fresh is best, but bottled can be used if that’s all you have. You can replace it with lemon juice for a slightly different citrus flavor.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How to make a Moscow Mule with White Rum
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Step 1: Add white rum and lime juice to a copper mug.
![Ginger beer being poured into the mug with rum, lime juice, and ice cubes.](https://thebeveragesnob.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/moscow-mule-with-rum-add-ginger-beer-to-copper-mug-1-of-1.jpg)
Step 2: Fill nearly to the rim with ice cubes and top with ginger beer nearly to the rim.
![A hand stirring the ingredients in the copper mug gently.](https://thebeveragesnob.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/moscow-mule-with-rum-stir-gently-1-of-1.jpg)
Step 3: Stir gently to combine the flavors.
![The moscow mule with white rum in a copper mug garnished with fresh mint and a lime wheel.](https://thebeveragesnob.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/moscow-mule-with-rum-garnish-with-mint-and-lime-1-of-1.jpg)
Step 4: Garnish with fresh mint and a lime wheel, and serve immediately. Cheers!
Tips
- Use high-quality rum for the best flavor.
- Fresh-squeezed lime juice will also give you the best flavor.
- Gently stir the ingredients as over-mixing can flatten the ginger beer.
- Use a copper mug to keep the drink cold.
Additions and Variations
![Two copper mugs filled with the Moscow mule made with white rum.](https://thebeveragesnob.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/moscow-mule-with-rum-in-copper-mug-1-of-1-6.jpg)
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Moscow mule with rum
![A copper mug filled with a Moscow Mule with rum, garnished with fresh mint leaves and a lime wheel.](https://thebeveragesnob.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/moscow-mule-with-rum-in-copper-mug-1-of-1-4-300x300.jpg)
Ingredients
- 2 ounces white rum
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 4 ounces ginger beer
- mint sprig and lime wheel for garnish optional
Instructions
- Add ice, white rum, and lime juice to a copper mug. Add ginger beer and fill it to the top.2 ounces white rum, 1 ounce lime juice, 1 cup ice cubes, 4 ounces ginger beer
- Give it a gentle stir, garnish with fresh mint and a lime wheel, and serve immediately.mint sprig and lime wheel for garnish
Notes
- Gently stir the ingredients together to avoid flattening the ginger beer.
- If serving at a party, you can pre-mix the rum and lime juice in a pitcher and then top each glass with ice and ginger beer when serving.