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When you’re looking for a refreshing cocktail with a fruity twist, this blackberry Moscow mule hits the spot. It blends fresh blackberries, vibrant mint, tart lime juice, and crisp ginger beer with smooth vodka to create a drink that’s flavorful and pretty. Served chilled in a traditional mule mug, it’s perfect for summer afternoons, casual gatherings or whenever you’re in the mood for something special. Quick to make, this cocktail combines classic flavors with a deliciously fruity twist.

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This blackberry Moscow mule blends fresh blackberries with aromatic mint, lime juice, and vodka with spicy ginger beer for a tasty twist on a classic cocktail.

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Why You’ll Love It

Simple preparation: Easily whip this cocktail up in minutes.
Bold flavors: Sweet berries, refreshing mint and zesty lime create vibrant flavor.
Refreshing: Ginger beer adds crispness that’s perfect for warm days.
Beautiful presentation: Bright colors and garnishes make this drink visually appealing. It’s definitely Insta-worthy!

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Blackberry Moscow Mule Ingredients

A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Vodka: Adds smoothness and subtle flavor to the cocktail.
Lime juice: Freshly squeezed for a tangy citrus taste.
Ginger beer: Provides fizz and the spicy kick classic to a Moscow mule.
Lime wedge: Optional garnish for added freshness.
Blackberries: Fresh berries bring natural sweetness and color.
Mint leaves: Fresh mint enhances aroma and adds a cool, refreshing note.

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How to Make Moscow Mules with Blackberries

For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.

Combine ingredients: Put lime juice, mint leaves and blackberries into a Moscow mule mug.
Macerate fruits: Gently muddle to release flavor.
Add ice: Fill mug with regular ice cubes topped with crushed ice.
Pour vodka: Add vodka into the mug.
Add ginger beer: Fill mug with ginger beer and stir gently.
Garnish and serve: Decorate with mint leaves and blackberries.

Two metallic mugs with iced berry drinks and mint, perfect for a Blackberry Moscow mule, sit beside a plate of lime wedges and dried citrus slices.

Substitutions and Variations

Alternative fruit: Substitute blackberries with strawberries or raspberries.
Different spirits: Use rum, tequila or gin in place of vodka.
Mocktail version: Omit vodka for a tasty, alcohol-free version.

A silver cup with blackberries, mint, and a dried orange slice hints at a delicious blackberry cocktail recipe; a cocktail shaker is in the background.

Serving Suggestions

With savory snacks: Enjoy a tasty fennel orange salad, pizza sliders or steak sandwiches with your cocktail.
With something sweet: Serve with berry pound cake skewers or key lime bars.

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How to Store Blackberry Moscow Mules

Store: This drink is best served freshly made. Leftovers will keep for a few days in the refrigerator though. It’s best not to add the ice until serving, otherwise it will dilute too much.
Freeze: I don’t recommend freezing this, as it will thaw out flat not sparkling.

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Top Tips

Use ripe fruit: Fully ripe berries give the best flavor and sweetness.
Chill ingredients: Use cold ginger beer and vodka for maximum refreshment.
Gentle muddling: Avoid crushing mint too aggressively to prevent bitterness.

A refreshing cocktail with vodka featuring ice, blackberries, mint, and a dried orange slice garnish, viewed from above—perfect if you’re looking for a fruity recipe with ginger beer.

Blackberry Mule FAQs

What’s the history of Moscow mules?

This delicious cocktail with vodka, lime and ginger beer dates back to the 1940s. While its exact origin is uncertain, one popular story credits a collaboration between the presidents of Cock ‘n Bull Ginger Beer and Smirnoff vodka at New York’s Chatham Hotel. Another theory suggests it was simply invented to use up surplus ingredients.

Do I need a copper mug?

No, but copper mugs help keep your blackberry cocktail recipe with ginger beer cold for longer.

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Blackberry Moscow Mule Recipe

Two silver mugs with ice, blackberries, mint, and a vibrant purple Blackberry Moscow mule sit on a wooden board with dried citrus slices—an inviting cocktail with vodka that's perfect for anyone learning how to make a Moscow mule.
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5 from 4 votes

Blackberry Moscow Mule

By: Bella Bucchiotti
This blackberry Moscow mule puts a fresh spin on the classic cocktail. Juicy berries, vibrant mint and spicy ginger beer create an easy, refreshing drink you'll love.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1

Equipment

Ingredients 

  • 1 ½ Ounces vodka
  • 1 Ounces lime juice, fresh is best
  • 8 Ounces ginger beer
  • 8 Leaves mint, fresh
  • 6 blackberries , fresh
  • 1 Wedge lime, optional

Instructions 

  • Add lime juice, mint leaves, and blackberries into a Moscow Mule mug. 
  • Muddle or macerate the ingredients until their properties are extracted.
  • Add regular ice cubes and top with crushed ice. 
  • Add the vodka and then the ginger beer.
  • Stir the ingredients and serve garnished with mint leaves and blackberries (and also a lime wedge if liked).

Notes

Use ripe fruit: Fully ripe berries give the best flavor and sweetness.
Chill ingredients: Use cold ginger beer and vodka for maximum refreshment.
Gentle muddling: Avoid crushing mint too aggressively to prevent bitterness.

Nutrition

Calories: 193kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 76mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 66IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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Bowls of blackberries, lime wedges, and mint on a wooden board with dried citrus slices and a metal muddler—perfect for crafting a refreshing blackberry cocktail recipe with vodka.
Blackberries, lime wedges, mint, dried citrus, a metal cup, and a bottle of vodka on a wooden board—perfect for a blackberry cocktail recipe or if you're wondering how to make a Moscow mule with a fruity twist.
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Two metal mugs with ice, blackberries, mint leaves, and dried citrus slices make the perfect Blackberry Moscow mule, surrounded by dried citrus for a refreshing cocktail with vodka.
Two metallic mugs with iced berry drinks and mint, perfect for a Blackberry Moscow mule, sit beside a plate of lime wedges and dried citrus slices.
A silver cup with blackberries, mint, and a dried orange slice hints at a delicious blackberry cocktail recipe; a cocktail shaker is in the background.

A blackberry Moscow mule offers a delicious twist on the classic cocktail, pairing fresh fruit flavors with spicy ginger beer and smooth vodka. Quick to make and appealing to look at, this cocktail is perfect for casual sipping, entertaining or special occasions. Its balanced, refreshing taste and beautiful presentation make it a favorite you’ll enjoy serving and sipping throughout the year.

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Bella Bucchiotti

Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.

 

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