Minty Moscow Mule Punch

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While every bit as smooth and refreshing as the classic vodka cocktail that inspired it, this party-sized version of the Moscow Mule adds one upgrade: a subtle, cool, and inviting note of mint. The spicier your ginger beer, the more fire and bite your punch will have—so choose accordingly.

Hands On Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 30 mins
Yield:
10 serves

Ingredients

  • 3 cups (24 oz.) vodka

  • ¾ cup (6 oz.) fresh lime juice (4 to 6 limes)

  • ¾ cup (6 oz.) ginger-mint simple syrup* (see Chef’s Notes for recipe)

  • 4 cups (32 oz.) ginger beer, chilled

  • Fresh mint, to garnish

Directions

  1. Combine the vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup in a large pitcher or punch bowl. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight. Add the ginger beer just before serving. To serve, ladle into punch or lowball glasses filled with crushed ice.

    Minty Moscow Mule Punch
    While every bit as smooth and refreshing as the classic vodka cocktail that inspired it, this party-sized version of the Moscow Mule adds one upgrade: a subtle, cool, and inviting note of mint. The spicier your ginger beer, the more fire and bite your punch will have—so choose accordingly. Get the recipe: Minty Moscow Mule Punch. J Muckle; Styling: Rebekah Peppler

Chef's Notes

Ginger-Mint Simple Syrup:

Combine ¾ cup light brown sugar, ¾ cup water, ½ cup peeled and chopped fresh ginger, and 4 sprigs of fresh mint in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer and stir to dissolve sugar. Remove pan from heat and cool completely. Strain out the ginger and mint and refrigerate the syrup in a covered container for up to 2 weeks. Makes ¾ cup.

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