Schiller’s Moscow Mule
The recipe for this classic cocktail comes from Schiller’s Liquor Bar in New York City. When making a chilled drink like this one, place the mugs in the freezer for about 2 hours before pouring in the cocktail.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 fl. oz. (45 ml) vodka
- Splash of fresh lime juice
- Splash of Simple Syrup
- Ice as needed
- 4 fl. oz. (125 ml) ginger beer
- Lime wedge for garnish
Directions
Combine the vodka, lime juice and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well for 15 to 20 seconds, and strain into an ice-filled copper mug or Collins glass. Top with the ginger beer and garnish with a lime wedge. Serves 1.