By Becky Hardin
Published May 5, 2021
My pomegranate moscow mule is the perfect cocktail for the holidays and beyond. Pomegranate juice adds a festive red color to this winter mule, and when I garnished it with a lime slice and pomegranate arils, the whole thing came together. Red and green, this Christmas Moscow mule is ready for your next holiday party!
I love Moscow mules! I love the copper cups, I love the ginger beer, and I love how freezing cold it is. It’s delicious. The only way to improve upon it is to add some of my favorite fruit– pomegranate. This pomegranate Moscow mule is holiday heaven. The tart pomegranate juice pairs so well with the warming, lightly spiced ginger beer. This winter mule is holiday cheer in a cup!
What’s in This Pomegranate Moscow Mule Recipe?
- Pomegranate Juice: Adds a lovely tart and fruity twist to the cocktail.
- Vodka: I used pomegranate vodka to further enhance the fruity flavor, but plain will also work.
- Lime Juice: Adds a hit of acidity that balances the overall flavor of the drink. I highly recommend using fresh over bottled.
- Ginger Beer: I say the spicier the better. This adds a warming element and a delightful gingery punch. Choose a brand you love!
- Garnish : Pomegranate arils and lime wedges add that pop of red and green that truly makes this drink a Christmas Moscow mule!
Tips for Success
- Ginger beer and ginger ale are very different. Ginger ale just won’t cut it, here. Ginger beer is much more “gingery” and spicy than ginger ale. Ginger ale has more carbonation. And neither of them contains alcohol.
- For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the vodka. You can add a little more pomegranate juice or ginger beer to fill out the drink.
- A copper mug is a great way to drink a Moscow mule, but it’s not necessary, nor does it affect the flavor.
- You will need lots of ice per serving. Crushed ice is traditional.
Serving Suggestions
This pomegranate Moscow mule is perfect for the holidays. It’s light and refreshing (save the heavy stuff for all the comfort food you’ll be eating!), has a pop of Christmas colors, and features my favorite winter fruit, the pomegranate! What’s not to love?! Pair it with my easy Christmas beef tenderloin sheet pan meal for a laid back holiday that’s full of cheer!
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Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 3 ounces pomegranate juice
- ▢ 2 ounces pomegranate vodka (about 2 shots)
- ▢ ½ lime juiced
- ▢ 12 ounces ginger beer (1 can)
- ▢ Pomegranate arils for garnish
- ▢ Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Combine all vodka, juices, and ginger beer in a cocktail shaker with plenty of ice. 3 ounces pomegranate juice, 2 ounces pomegranate vodka, ½ lime, 12 ounces ginger beer
- Shake well; pour over ice in a copper mug.
- Garnish with pomegranate arils and lime wedges if desired. Pomegranate arils, Lime wedges
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
More Holiday Cocktails To Try!
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Cranberry Margarita
Sparkling Holiday Flirtini
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Pomegranate Moscow Mule Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 ounces pomegranate juice
- 2 ounces pomegranate vodka (about 2 shots)
- ½ lime juiced
- 12 ounces ginger beer (1 can)
- Pomegranate arils for garnish
- Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Combine all vodka, juices, and ginger beer in a cocktail shaker with plenty of ice. 3 ounces pomegranate juice, 2 ounces pomegranate vodka, ½ lime, 12 ounces ginger beer
- Shake well; pour over ice in a copper mug.
- Garnish with pomegranate arils and lime wedges if desired. Pomegranate arils, Lime wedges
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
