This Blueberry Moscow mule cocktail recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy a refreshing, flavored mule. If you are looking for a fresh take on Moscow mule recipes, then try this version with fresh blueberries, ginger beer, pure maple syrup, muddled lime and mint.

a side angle shot of blueberry moscow mule with fresh lime wedges laying next to it — This is hands-down the best way to enjoy a moscow mule cocktail. Add fresh blueberries and pure maple syrup for the sweetener

I always get a little overzealous when it comes to blueberry picking time. Every summer we load up the car with buckets and plenty of free labor (four kids) and hold promises of freshly homemade blueberry goods over their heads until their quota has been met.

After working through many fruity dream-filled recipes like, Blueberry Zucchini bread, Fresh Blueberry Pie, and Lemon Blueberry Cake I need to get creative with different ways to incorporate some blueberry magic.

What better way than muddling them into a fruity Moscow mule, flavored with a hint of maple, sparkling ginger beer, and fresh lime juice? It’s the perfect way to toast in summer or enjoy them year round with stockpiled frozen blueberries!

Moscow Mules are a very popular drink at our house. I love this variation on the classic! Enjoyed by all at my dinner club!
—Julie

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Ingredient Tid Bits

This easy Moscow mule recipe doesn’t require making a syrup first before mixing together. If you have all the mule ingredients handy, along with some fruit, this effortless drink can be enjoyed in minutes!

Fresh or frozen blueberries (or try another of the suggested fruits in the recipe card)
Lime juice
Ginger beer
Vodka
Pure Maple Syrup (optional) – Adds a touch more sweetness and pairs nicely with blueberries
Fresh mint (kind of optional) – It can be left out, but gives it that little nudge for making the best mule!

Let’s Make a Blueberry Mule Together!

Flavored mules are perfect for parties because they are impressive, crowd pleasers that can be mixed together in minutes!

If you want to free yourself from bartender duties, leave out ingredients with different bowls of fresh fruit, and measurement directions. Guests can make their own fruity versions or try different combinations!

First muddle some fresh or frozen blueberries in the bottom of the glass or copper mug with a couple mint leaves, lime juice, and maple syrup, if using.
Top with ice and then pour in vodka and ginger beer.
Give a quick stir and garnish with more blueberries and an additional mint leaf.

overhead shot of two fruity moscow mules on a wooden circle board with blueberries and fresh mint

Different Alcohol Takes On a Mule

Besides substituting different fruits, the recipe can also be modified by using different types of alcohol. Vodka has a clean, neutral flavor, allowing the ginger to really shine through. But, different types of alcohol can enhance the complexity of flavor.

For extra blueberry flavor replace regular vodka with blueberry flavored vodka (YUM.)
Kentucky Mule (bourbon)
Mexican Mule (tequila)
Dark ‘n Stormy (dark rum)
Gin Mule – great with muddled cucumber
Irish Mule (Irish whiskey)

Why The Copper Mug?

Copper mugs aren’t just for looks. Copper metal is a great insulator, which keeps the ginger beer and other ingredients extremely cold while enjoying. Some believe the copper even enhances the taste. Copper may oxidize when the vodka hits it, leaving an aromatic boost in its wake.

While a copper mug isn’t necessary to enjoy a blueberry mule, it definitely makes the drink colder and fun to drink!

Can I Use Ginger Ale Instead of Ginger Beer?

Technically you may substitute ginger ale for ginger beer in Moscow mule recipes, but the flavor will be less intense.

Both ginger beer and ginger ale are non-alcoholic sparkling beverages flavored with ginger. However, ginger beer has a more potent, spicier ginger flavor than ale. It’s even contested if ginger ale actually contains ginger anymore.

Ginger beer may be purchased at liquor stores and grocery stores. Ginger ale may be used in a pinch, but the flavors will be very muted compared to a traditional Moscow mule.

another angle of a overhead shot of two flavored moscow mules on a wooden circle board with blueberries and fresh mint — The signature ginger mule ending is a slap of fresh mint! Release the aroma and add to your copper mug.

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