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Easy Pomegranate Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe (Holiday Mule)

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by Kathleen Pope Dec 9, 2024

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Make this holiday mule in minutes! Our pomegranate mule is a fresh, festive, and easy cocktail! With fresh pomegranate juice, fresh lime juice, vodka and finished with spicy ginger beer. You might call it a Yule Mule! 

We’re taking the classic Moscow mule and adding a festive twist with ruby-red pomegranate juice — such an easy recipe, perfect for any holiday party!

Try a few of my other popular holiday cocktails to warm you on cold winter nights; like this Spiced Holiday Pomegranate Sangria, Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini and this Cranberry Mimosa!

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Every holiday season, I load up on supplies for this easy pomegranate Moscow mule! Then, when friends drop by, I have a quick, easy, and, might I say, festive holiday cocktail. Plus, I’ll show you how to make it into a tasty pomegranate mule mocktail!

While at the liquor store, get the ingredients for this fun and festive Peppermint Schnapps Cocktail — two slam-dunk holiday drinks ready when you are!

Why You Will Love This Pomegranate Mule

  • Easy! | It’s as simple as measuring 2 ingredients, adding a lime squeeze, and finishing with ginger beer. 
  • Festive | Sporting the beautiful colors of the season with those ruby red jewels of fruit, pomegranate seeds, nestled in a frosty copper mug.
  • Make Ahead | I’ll show you how to assemble all ingredients (for a pitcher) and finish just before serving.

All the best pomegranate recipes right here! Try our Pomegranate Punch, Christmas Margarita, and this pomegranate salad dressing.

Best pomegranate moscow mule in copper mugs garnished with mint and limes.

Why use Copper Cups for Yule Mules

  • The reason behind copper mugs is for temperature control; the metal holds the temperature down and the handle keeps the warmth of our bodies from warming the drink. 
  • Read more about the history of the Moscow Mule.
  • If you don’t have copper mugs that is okay; use a highball glass and fill it with ice, or place your glasses in the freezer for an hour before serving for an extra frosty mug. 

Simple Ingredients for a Holiday Mule

  • Ginger Beer | The essence of a pomegranate mule is the Ginger Beer; you can find extremely “spicy” ginger beers and milder brews. Ginger beer typically does not contain alcohol.
  • Pomegranate Juice | I like Pom brand, which I can buy in bulk for much less at Costco, but our grocery store carries it as well in the produce section, with all of the juices. 
  • Lime | Fresh lime is always best; this gives the mule a bright fresh citrus taste, but in a pinch a quality lime juice may be substituted. 
  • Vodka | Use your favorite, if you want to use an infused vodka I would suggest flavors such as pomegranate vodka, hibiscus, lime, citrus or even cranberry.
  • Garnish | Add a handful of fresh pomegranate arils, lime wedges, a sprig of fresh mint and you have yourself a festive drink! 

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How to make a Pomegranate Mule

This pomegranate Moscow mule takes just minutes to make, but it is always easier if you get all of your ingredients out and ready, slice or cut anything that needs to be done, then you are prepared to play bartender. 

Fill the cup with ice cubes or crushed ice and measure out 1-2 oz of vodka (flavor-infused vodka is yummy too, over the holidays, I use Deep Eddy’s Cranberry Vodka) and pomegranate vodka; pour over ice. 

Pour in 2 oz of Pomegranate juice. 

Then squeeze ½ a lime and pour over vodka, if desired you may add everything up to this point into a cocktail shaker, give it a couple of good shakes. 

Then top with ginger beer, and give a gentle stir. 

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Garnish with a mint sprig, a lime wheel and a few pomegranate arils. Enjoy immediately.

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What is Ginger Beer?

Ginger beer traditionally contains real ginger, sugar, and sometimes yeast for fermentation, which contributes to its more robust ginger flavor. Some ginger beers are even brewed, which makes them alcoholic (typically with very low alcohol content), but most modern versions are non-alcoholic.

Experiment by trying different brands and varieties of ginger beer; some are quite spicy and have a brilliant bite. My favorites are; Reed’s, QMixer and for a diet option, Bundeberg.

Light Pomegranate Yule Mule

If you are trying to make a skinny traditional Moscow mule, then purchase light ginger beer or even swap it out for some Club soda, reduce the amount of vodka and pomegranate juice by 1 ounce and you have a good drink. 

Holiday Moscow Mule Mocktail

It is also simple to make this non-alcoholic beverage for kids or adults. Omit the vodka and increase the pomegranate juice to 3 ounces and ginger beer or ginger ale for kids if preferred. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

A holiday yule mule in a copper mug, garnished with a mint sprig, lime and pomegranate arils.

What’s the difference between Ginger Ale and Ginger Beer?

Ginger Ale and Ginger Beer are very different; Ginger beer traditionally contains real ginger, sugar, and sometimes yeast for fermentation, contributing to its more robust ginger flavor. Some ginger beers are even brewed, which makes them alcoholic (typically with very low alcohol content), but most modern versions are non-alcoholic.

Variations & Substitutions

  • Add a splash | Try adding a little fresh squeezed orange juice, cranberry juice or pomegranate liqueur.
  • Whiskey Pomegranate Mules | If you are a bourbon lover, replace the vodka with your favorite whisky or bourbon. This adds a smokier, richer flavor. It’s a refreshing twist for an amazing drink. 
  • Spice it up: Add sliced jalapeño to spice things up a bit.
  • Not sweet enough? Add a splash of simple syrup or try this cranberry simple syrup. 
Holiday mule garnished with mint, limes, and pomegranate arils, in two copper mugs.

Yule Mule by the Pitcher

To make Pomegranate Mules by the pitcher (serving 8-10), it’s easy, just a little math! Be sure to check out my Free Christmas Cocktail and Appetizer ebook!

In a large pitcher, combine the following:

  • 2 cups pomegranate juice
  • 1 ½ – 2 cups vodka
  • ½ cup fresh lime juice, start with ½ cup, if it needs more add additional lime juice, each lime yields about 2 tablespoons.
  • Stir with a long spoon or the end of a wooden spoon
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve
  • When ready to serve, slowly pour in 1 liter (about 33 ounces) of ginger beer, place glasses out for your guests and an ice bucket. 

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Easy Pomegranate Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe (Holiday Mule)

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Author: Kathleen Pope
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
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Make this holiday mule in minutes! Our pomegranate mule is a fresh, festive, and easy cocktail! With fresh pomegranate juice, fresh lime juice, vodka and finished with spicy ginger beer. You might call it a Yule Mule! 

Equipment

  • Chef'n FreshForce Citrus Juicer,
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Ingredients 
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  • 2 oz Vodka try infused vodkas too, pomegranate, cranberry or citrus notes would work well
  • 2 oz Pomegranate Juice I like Pom juice
  • ½ whole lime fresh squeezed
  • 5 oz Ginger Beer use your favorite brand, try new ones. Diet or regular
  • Ice

Garnish

  • Mint
  • Pomegranate arils
  • Lime wheel or wedge
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Instructions

  • Fill the cup with ice, and measure out 2 oz of vodka* (flavor-infused vodka is yummy too, over the holidays try something like Deep Eddy’s Cranberry Vodka) and pour over ice.
  • Pour in 2 oz of Pomegranate juice and then squeeze ½ a lime and pour over vodka, top with ginger beer, give a gentle stir and if desired.
  • Add a mint sprig and a few pomegranate arils**. Enjoy immediately.
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Yule Mule by the Pitcher
Making Pomegranate Mules by the pitcher (serving 8-10) is easy; it’s just a little math! Be sure to check out my Free Christmas Cocktail and Appetizer ebook!
In a large pitcher, combine the following:
  • 2 cups pomegranate juice
  • 1 ½ – 2 cups vodka
  • ½ cup fresh lime juice, start with ½ cup, if it needs more add additional lime juice, each lime yields about 2 tablespoons.
  • Stir with a long spoon or the end of a wooden spoon
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve
  • When ready to serve, slowly pour in 1 liter (about 33 ounces) of ginger beer, place glasses out for your guests and an ice bucket. 
Variations & Substitutions
  • Add a splash | Try adding a little fresh squeezed orange juice, cranberry juice or pomegranate liqueur.
  • Whiskey Pomegranate Mules | If you are a bourbon lover, replace the vodka with your favorite whisky or bourbon. This adds a smokier, richer flavor. It’s a refreshing twist for an amazing drink. 
  • Spice it up: Add sliced jalapeño to spice things up a bit.   
  • Not sweet enough? Add a splash of simple syrup or try this cranberry simple syrup. 
Light Pomegranate Yule Mule
If you are trying to make a skinny traditional Moscow mule, then purchase light ginger beer or even swap it out for some Club soda; reduce the amount of vodka and pomegranate juice by 1 ounce and you have a good drink. 
Holiday Moscow Mule Mocktail
It is also simple to make this non-alcoholic beverage for kids or adults. Omit the vodka and increase the pomegranate juice to 3 ounces and ginger beer or ginger ale for kids if preferred. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 124mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 0.3IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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  1. Mahy

    Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 9:56 am

    5 stars
    This cocktail looks sooo special. Love how easy it is to make it – just perfect!

    Reply
    • KathleenKathleen Pope

      Thu, Nov 9, 2023 at 6:32 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  2. dana

    Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 9:02 am

    5 stars
    This is exactly what I was looking for! I was searching for a nice festive cocktail for Christmas day brunch and this will be a wonderful option. Thank you!

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    • KathleenKathleen Pope

      Thu, Nov 9, 2023 at 6:31 am

      Perfect for brunch!!

      Reply
  3. Shelby

    Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 8:54 am

    5 stars
    This is such an easy way to make my favorite cocktail festive. It’s just perfect for the holidays!

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    • KathleenKathleen Pope

      Thu, Nov 9, 2023 at 6:31 am

      Yes it is! Thanks, Shelby!

      Reply
  4. TAYLER ROSS

    Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 8:43 am

    5 stars
    I made one of these moscow mules after dinner last night and it was so good! Perfectly refreshing and just the right amount of sweet. I’ll be serving these for the holidays!

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    • KathleenKathleen Pope

      Thu, Nov 9, 2023 at 6:31 am

      Thank you Tayler!

      Reply
  5. Beth

    Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 8:40 am

    If this isn’t the best holiday cocktail I’ve seen, then I don’t know what is. The flavors and the colors are just so classic for the holiday season!

    Reply
    • KathleenKathleen Pope

      Thu, Nov 9, 2023 at 6:30 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  6. Angela

    Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 8:28 am

    5 stars
    Love this so much! Moscow Mules are my favorite and I’m loving the pomegranate addition. Perfect for the holidays!

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    • KathleenKathleen Pope

      Thu, Nov 9, 2023 at 6:30 am

      Thanks, Angela!

      Reply
  7. Kathryn

    Mon, Oct 30, 2023 at 8:51 am

    5 stars
    What a great cocktail idea! This is going to be a hit at our party, thanks for the great idea. I love drinks with pomegranate juice!!

    Reply
    • KathleenKathleen Pope

      Mon, Oct 30, 2023 at 10:31 am

      Thanks! You will love it!

      Reply

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