Moscow mule

noun

variants or less commonly Moscow Mule
plural Moscow mules also Moscow Mules
: a cocktail made of vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice and usually served in a copper mug
In 1946, Smirnoff took off with the creation of the Moscow Mule, an unlikely concoction of vodka, ginger beer and lime.Sam Gugino

Examples of Moscow mule in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The full menu includes painkillers, Moscow mules, palomas, martinis and more. Madalyn Mendoza, Axios, 22 July 2024 Francie’s has been known for its burgers, sandwiches, and menu of Moscow mules, but fans love the crinkle-cut fries here served with ranch dressing on the side. Usa Today Network, USA TODAY, 10 July 2024 This mug is very beloved, and Sweeney says bar goers often specifically ask for this mug whenever ordering a Moscow mule. Tiffany Hopkins, Bon Appétit, 9 July 2024 The full-service bar has four tap lines featuring rotating beers and seltzers and nine house cocktails, including bloody marys, sangria, palomas, Moscow mules, margaritas and more. Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 28 June 2024 Like a Moscow mule: Klaus Created by mixologist and writer Warren Bobrow, Klaus cans are infused with 10 mg of THC for a mind-opening sense of euphoria. Chala June, Bon Appétit, 17 Apr. 2024 Get The Recipe 10 of 12 Cranberry Moscow Mule This wintery twist on the traditional Moscow mule adds cranberry juice into the usual mix of vodka, lime juice, and ginger beer. Michelle Darrisaw, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2024 The new concept comes from Peter Marshall, who also owns Pete's Pub, 1234 E. Brady St. Copper on King's drink menu will have a focus on Moscow mules, of course served in copper mugs, and local craft beers. Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2024 Common Theory’s new bar menu includes a Moscow mule, gin rickey, daiquiri, margarita, side car, old fashioned, Negroni and Manhattan. Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Nov. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

probably so called because the vodka acted figuratively like a mule in giving the drink a kick (forceful effect)

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Moscow mule was in 1943

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Cite this Entry

“Moscow mule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Moscow%20mule. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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