Ginger-Spiced Moscow Mule with Cardamom

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A refreshing twist on the classic Moscow Mule with spicy ginger, zesty lime, and fragrant cardamom, served over crushed ice in a copper mug. This recipe, ready in about 3 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh lime juice, ginger syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 3 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a copper mule mug with crushed ice to the top.
  2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz vodka, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, and 1 oz ginger syrup over the ice.
  3. Step 3: Add a pinch of ground cardamom directly onto the ice.
  4. Step 4: Top with 2 oz club soda and gently stir with a bar spoon for 15 seconds to combine and chill without losing carbonation.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with a lime wheel perched on the rim and a sprig of fresh mint tucked inside the mug.

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