Easy
Spicy & Fruity
5 Minutes
Highball Glass
Ingredients
The Cosmo Mule is what happens when you can’t decide between a Cosmopolitan and a Moscow Mule.
Absolut Vodka, tart cranberry juice and a fiery splash of ginger beer, garnished with an orange wedge. Two classics, one glass.
What Is the Ratio for Cosmow Mule?
The ratio for a Cosmo Mule starts with 40ml Absolut Vodka and 30ml cranberry juice in a 250ml highball glass — fill with ice, then top with approximately 100ml ginger beer. Or in parts: 1 part vodka, ¾ part cranberry juice and 2½ parts ginger beer to top. The Cosmopolitan brought the cranberry. The Moscow Mule brought the ginger beer. The Cosmo Mule brought them together.
HOW TO MAKE A COSMOW MULE
Bar tools you’ll need
Jigger
Knife
How to Mix
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Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
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Add Absolut Vodka.
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Add Cranberry Juice.
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Top up with Ginger Beer.
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Garnish with a Orange wedge
All about the Cosmow Mule cocktail
The Cosmow Mule is a cross between a Cosmopolitan and a Moscow Mule. It combines Absolut Vodka, tart cranberry juice and a fiery splash of ginger beer, garnished with an orange wedge.
Where the Cosmopolitan brings its signature tang and the Moscow Mule brings the spiced heat of ginger beer, the Cosmow Mule sits right in the middle — bright, fruity and with just enough bite to keep things interesting. It’s built directly in the glass over ice, so there’s no shaker required, making it one of the easiest ways to get two classics’ worth of flavor in a single pour.
Whether you’re a Cosmopolitan loyalist, a Moscow Mule devotee, or just can’t be bothered to pick a side, the Cosmow Mule shows you don’t always have to choose.
The Cosmow Mule bursts with tart cranberry, bright ginger spice, and a zesty citrus twist, layered over a crisp vodka base. Each sip is bold and balanced, with a lively dance of tangy and warming flavors.
- Chill Your Tools
Stick your Highball Glass, Jigger, and Ginger Beer in the freezer for five minutes before you mix. It keeps your Cosmow Mule cold and lively. - Ice Matters
Use cracked or pebble ice in your Highball Glass. It keeps everything chilled without watering it down too quickly. - Precise Pour
Measure with your Jigger for the best balance. Skip eyeballing-accuracy gives you the tart, spicy, spirit-forward hit you want.
- Respect The Fizz
Stir gently with your Bar Spoon. Over-stirring zaps the zing and makes the drink dull. - Garnish Like A Pro
Torch your Orange Wedge for a hit of smoky citrus. Squeeze a little juice over the ice for a fresh pop before dropping it in.
Fuzzy Mule
Fill a Mule Mug with Ice Cubes. Add Absolut Peach, Lime Juice, a couple of dashes of Peach Bitters, and top with Ginger Beer. Garnish with a Peach Slice. Check out the recipe for the Fuzzy Mule.
Raspberry Mule
Fill a Mule Mug with Ice Cubes. Add Absolut Raspberri vodka, Lime Juice, and top with Ginger Beer. Garnish with a Lemon Wedge and three Fresh Raspberries. Check out the full recipe here.
Spicy Mule
Fill a Mule Mug with Ice Cubes. Add Absolut Vodka, Lime Juice, a dash of Hot Sauce, and top with Ginger Beer. Garnish with a Lime Wedge. Discover the full recipe.
Want more? Check out our article of 5 contemporary Mule variations.
Play With Citrus
Try swapping the Orange Wedge for a Flamed Grapefruit Peel or an extra squeeze of Lime Juice for bolder aroma.
Herbal Aromatics
Add a sprig of Fresh Mint or Rosemary to your Highball Glass to enhance the scent and taste.
Bitters For Depth
Dash a few drops of Angostura Bitters on top to give your Cosmow Mule another layer of complexity.
Cosmow Mule Cocktail FAQ
The Cosmow Mule stands out by adding Cranberry Juice and an Orange Wedge to the classic Vodka and Ginger Beer base, giving it a tart and zesty twist.
