Food Recipes Minty Moscow Mule Punch 3.4 (148) Add your rating & review 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. By Rebekah Peppler Rebekah Peppler Rebekah Peppler is a writer and food stylist with over a decade of experience in culinary journalism. Highlights: * Began her career as a researcher and culinary advisor to CBS News * Spent two years as food editor at the Tasting Table * Became a freelance food writer and stylist in 2010 * Her latest cookbook, À Table, was published in April 2021. * She is currently working on her next, le SUD, to be published in 2024. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on October 10, 2022 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email 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 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. 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. Rate it Print