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Cozy Cranberry Moscow Mule Pitcher Recipe

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A festive and forgiving cocktail that blends tart cranberry, spicy ginger beer, and a whisper of rosemary. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, this pitcher drink comes together in minutes and always disappears fast.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (720 ml) 100% cranberry juice (not cocktail)
  • 2 cups (480 ml) ginger beer (e.g., Fever-Tree or Q Mixers)
  • 1 ½ cups (360 ml) vodka (e.g., Tito’s or Ketel One)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) fresh lime juice (about 4–5 limes)
  • 4–5 large fresh rosemary sprigs, plus more for garnish
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) simple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
  • Ice (large cubes preferred)
  • Fresh or frozen cranberries, for garnish
  • Lime wheels, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare your rosemary: Take 3 large rosemary sprigs and strip the leaves from the bottom half of each stem. Keep the top leaves intact. Set aside the remaining 2 sprigs for garnish.
  2. Muddle the rosemary: Place the stripped rosemary leaves (about 2 tablespoons loosely packed) and 4 lime wheels into the bottom of your pitcher. Gently press down with a muddler or wooden spoon handle 5-6 times until you smell the rosemary clearly (about 30 seconds). Do not over-muddle.
  3. Add the cranberry juice: Pour in 3 cups of cranberry juice. Stir gently and let sit for 2 minutes to allow flavors to mingle.
  4. Add lime juice and simple syrup: Pour in ½ cup fresh lime juice and ¼ cup simple syrup (if using). Stir well. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
  5. Add the vodka: Pour in 1 ½ cups vodka. Stir again. Adjust strength to taste (use 1 cup for a lighter drink and top with extra ginger beer).
  6. Chill the base: Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours. Flavors improve as they sit.
  7. Add ginger beer and ice: Just before serving, add 2 cups ginger beer and stir gently. Fill the pitcher with ice and stir once more briefly to incorporate. Do not over-stir or the ginger beer will go flat.
  8. Garnish and serve: Drop in fresh cranberries and lime wheels. Slap remaining rosemary sprigs between your palms to release oils, then tuck into the pitcher. Pour into copper mugs or glasses filled with ice. Garnish each glass with a small rosemary sprig and a few cranberries.

Notes

Don’t over-muddle the rosemary—gentle presses release oils without making it taste like pine. Chill all ingredients beforehand for best results. Add ginger beer last to preserve carbonation. The cranberry-lime-rosemary base can be made up to 4 hours ahead. For a non-alcoholic version, omit vodka and add extra ginger beer. For a spicy version, muddle a thin slice of jalapeño with the rosemary.

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Keywords: cranberry moscow mule, pitcher cocktail, holiday drink, rosemary cocktail, ginger beer cocktail, easy party drink

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