The hibiscus mule cocktail is an easy twist on the classic Moscow mule recipe made with delicious spiced hibiscus syrup! Personally, it's my very favorite version of a mule and best of all it comes together in just five minutes.
And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my Kentucky mule with bourbon!
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❤️ Why You'll Love this Recipe
Quick & Easy - You'll only need five minutes and four simple ingredients to make this hibiscus alcoholic drink recipe at home. And you don't even need bar tools because I've gotchu covered with swaps using common kitchen tools below!
Sweet Hibiscus Flavor from hibiscus flavored simple syrup turns this cocktail a pretty purple with notes of earthy hibiscus flowers, ginger, clove, and cinnamon.
Hibiscus drink recipes are kinda my thing like this hibiscus old fashioned cocktail and the hibiscus French 75 of even hibiscus gin and tonic with elderflower. Peep the sparkling hibiscus mocktail and hibiscus flower latte, too.
What You'll Need for this Recipe
Vodka is the only liquor in this cocktail so make sure to grab a good quality one. I like to use Highway Vodka or Tito's but go for whatever you enjoy!
Hibiscus Simple Syrup adds beautiful flavor and color to the drink in one simple step. I highly recommend using my homemade hibiscus syrup for the best results.
Ginger Beer adds the bubbles and subtle spice of ginger as well as sweetness.
Lime Juice from fresh limes is best but concentrated lime juice can also work.
Check out the recipe card below for full ingredients list, measurements, nutrition facts, and step-by-step instructions!
Substitutions & Variations
Liquor - Vodka is what makes this drink a Moscow mule but you can actually use the spirit of your choice. Gin for a London mule, Tequila for a Tijuana or Mexican mule, etc.
Serving Suggestions - Moscow mules (which actually originated in America, not Russia!) are traditionally served in copper mugs to keep them icy cold. And this presentation is top notch but you could also serve in a julep cup or even a regular old rocks glass.
For the same flavor but non-alcoholic, try my zero proof hibiscus ginger beer recipe!
How to Make a Hibiscus Moscow Mule
Step One: Add the vodka, hibiscus syrup, and lime juice to a copper mug over ice then top up with ginger beer and stir.
Pro Tip #1: If you don't have a crushed ice or pebble ice maker at home, purchase a cup of ice from Sonic for that same aesthetic--that's what I do!
Pro Tip #2: You can use a jigger to measure the liquid ingredients or a standard shot glass, which holds the same volume as the large end of the jigger. And if you don't have a bar spoon, just use a regular table spoon or butter knife and a gentle hand.
Frequently Asked Questions
I recommend making this drink no more than 15 minutes ahead of the time to maintain the effervescence of the ginger beer and keep the ice from melting, especially if using pebble ice.
To make pitcher mules, combine six ounces of vodka, three ounces of hibiscus syrup, four ounces of lime juice, and 16 ounces of ginger beer and stir to combine. Serves four.
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📖 Recipe
Hibiscus Mule Cocktail
Equipment
- 1 jigger or shot glass
- 1 bar spoon or regular table spoon
- 1 copper mug or highball glass
Ingredients
- ¾ cup ice
- 1 ½ ounce vodka
- ¾ ounce hibiscus syrup
- ½ ounce fresh lime juice
- 4 ounces ginger beer
- 1 lime slice optional garnish
Instructions
- Fill cup about ¾ full with ice. Add in vodka, hibiscus syrup, and lime juice then top up with ginger beer. Stir gently to combine and garnish with slice of lime, if desired. Serve cold.
Notes
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Add 1 ½ cup water, 1 ½ cup brown sugar, 1 cup dried hibiscus, 2 inches fresh ginger, 1 cinnamon stick, and 2 whole cloves to a small saucepan over medium heat.
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Stir until brown sugar dissolves then bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes then turn off heat and allow syrup to cool before straining out solid ingredients. Makes about 24 servings.
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