The Moscow Mule by John G. Martin

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The Moscow Mule by John G. Martin

Originally made using Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka, this simple mix of spice and citrus is one of the classics. Created by John G Martin and his bar owner friend Jack Morgan, it sparked the cocktail revolution in the 1950’s.

Ingredients

Serves:

1

  • 50mlVodka

  • 120mlGinger Beer

  • 17mlLime Juice

  • 1dash(es) Bitters

  • 1wedge(s) Lime

1.9 units of alcohol per serve

Equipment

  • 1 x Highball glass

  • 1 x Knife

  • 1 x Jigger

  • 1 x Chopping Board

  • 1 x Ice

Method

  • Ice

    Fill a highball glass or copper cup with ice cubes.

  • Pour

    Using a jigger, measure 50ml vodka, 17.5ml lime juice, 120ml ginger beer and one dash of bitters into the glass.

  • Mix

    Stir the mixture until well combined.

  • Garnish

    With a sharp knife and cutting board, slice a wedge of lime and place in the drink to garnish.

  • Grab a bite

    Get some grub in before or while you’re drinking – it slows alcohol absorption.

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