Ginger beer and vodka combine for the perfect Moscow Mule. But add blueberry simple syrup and blend with crushed ice for Blueberry Frozen Moscow Mules; the only summer cocktail you'll need!
Happy glorious ridiculously long weekend, friends!! If you have to work Monday and/or Tuesday then I'm sorry that I'm gloating so much, but I can't help it. A four day weekend couldn't have come at a better time and I'm enjoying every second of it. Seriously though, I'm taking a bit of a staycation in that I'm barely leaving the house and just trying to get a ton done and actually getting some sleep (lack of sleep has been catching up to me lately). I even cleaned out my Tupperware cabinet. Do you know how long that's been on my to-do list?? I'm obviously trying to get a ton of blog work done, too, since that has been tough with my day job work schedule lately.
Also, drinking many delicious cocktails. And rosé. And feeling no shame about it. That's what summer is for, right?? I made these Blueberry Frozen Ginger Moscow Mules because the weather is finally 90 degrees... My ideal temperature. And the ideal temperature for all kinds of frozen cocktails.
If I die tomorrow, I hope to be known for one thing... the number of mason jars filled with simple syrup I currently have in my fridge. OK, I hope you remember me for more than that, but if you looked in my fridge, you might not be able to think of anything but simple syrup when you think of me. I just cannot get enough of it. For this frozen cocktail, I used an easy-to-make blueberry simple syrup.
And blended it together with traditional Moscow Mule ingredients, vodka and ginger beer. Then I tossed a ton of crushed ice into the blender to make those Moscow Mules frozen. AKA exactly what you've been craving on a 90-degree day.
If you have any Moscow Mule copper mugs, you should totally serve this cocktail in them. If not, a regular glass is fine. In fact, in some ways, a regular glass is better because it shows off the beauty of this cocktail so wonderfully. That color!!
It reminds me of a tropical island drink. I rarely make Moscow Mules at home, but now that I've made Frozen Moscow Mules, I think that will be changing. Obviously any frozen cocktail is refreshing, but this one is especially so due to the ginger beer. If you're wondering, I used Farmer Willie's Craft Ginger Beer, which, yes, I bought mainly for the delightful cans. They call it "Ginger with soul," which is pretty awesome.
Want to know what the biggest "first world problem" is? Not being able to enjoy a cocktail and a book on the couch because you'll get too tired after a few sips of your cocktail and will fall asleep just a few pages in. Sigh. Worth it though.
I'm the worst. Sadly, coffee doesn't really have the opposite affect on me. I can drink a ton of coffee right before bed and still fall asleep in an instant. My theory is that I'm just so freaking sleep deprived all the time that not even coffee can stop me from passing out. Though I hate that I don't get enough sleep, the one good thing about it is that I never have trouble falling asleep when I actually getting around to doing it. I'm out like a light and sleep soundly through the night.
Basically, what I'm saying is that I do not need cocktails to help me fall asleep. But I will never ever turn one down, especially if they happen to be blueberry frozen Moscow mules.
I hope that you're having the most wonderful 4th of July weekend, filled with whatever your life is currently in need of at this moment. Including cocktails. Because when are we not in need of those? Especially when it's 90 degrees out and you have a couple extra days off from work.
What are you sipping on for the 4th of July?
📖 Recipe
Frozen Blueberry Moscow Mule
Ingredients
- 1 cup ginger beer
- 4 oz. vodka
- 2 oz. freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 oz. blueberry simple syrup
- 4 cups crushed ice
- Mint and blueberries for garnish
Instructions
- Combine ginger beer, vodka, lime juice, and blueberry simple syrup in a blender and blend until combined.
- Add crushed ice and blend until frothy.
- Pour into glasses or Moscow mule copper mugs and garnish with mint and fresh blueberries.
Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says
It's 106 here today and all I'm wishing for right this second is one of these beauties. I can't think of anything more refreshing! Please don't die tomorrow but if you do, I'll remember you for creating the prettiest drink I've ever seen. Enjoy your staycation and have a fab Fourth!
Maria @ kitchenathoskins says
How cute are these!!! Ginger beer is totally one of my favs. Blueberry is such refreshing, fruity addition and with vodka?? This is going down tonight, dear:)
Nora L. says
These look so refreshing and I'm dying over the color. Cheers!!!!
Diana says
I never tried making my own Moscow mule, but it's so easy I'll have to try it really soon
Alyssa says
Gorgeous! And they look so frothy!
Lisa Bryan says
I have never made a Moscow Mule at home before, but this blueberry version sounds like the one to start with!
Sarah says
If these aren't a perfect drink for summer, then I don't know what is! So pretty too! XO
Dahn says
this looks like summer in a glass. Great drink for warm nights!
Tandy | Lavender and Lime says
It is so cold here, just looking at the drink makes me shiver. But come summer I will be sure to try one 🙂
Pam says
YUM! It looks beautiful, refreshing, and so TASTY!
Juliana says
I love Moscow mule, but never had it with blueberry...looks beautiful Sues.
I hope you are having a fabulous week 🙂
Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry says
These are absolutely stunning! Love the bright pink color and I bet that taste fabulous.
Katerina says
I love it! And the color is simply amazing!