Method

Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients. If using fresh lime, cut it in half and squeeze out the juice.

Fill the Mug: Take a copper mug (or glass) and fill it with ice cubes, almost to the top. This keeps your drink icy cold and refreshing.

Mix the Base: In a jigger, measure 2 oz of vodka and pour it over the ice. Then add 1 oz of cranberry juice and 1/2 oz of fresh lime juice.

Top It Off: Pour 4 oz of ginger beer over the mixture in your mug. The fizzy ginger beer adds a wonderful sparkle to the drink.

Stir It Up: Give your drink a gentle stir with a spoon to combine the flavors without losing too much fizz.

Garnish and Serve: Garnish with a few fresh cranberries and a lime wedge on the rim of the mug. Enjoy immediately!

Tips and Variations

Flavor Variations: Experiment with flavored vodkas such as raspberry or lemon for a fruity twist.

Mocktail Version: Replace vodka with additional ginger beer or sparkling water for a non-alcoholic version that’s just as refreshing.

Dietary Needs: If you’re looking for a lower-calorie option, choose diet ginger beer and use fresh cranberry juice with no added sugars.