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Published: Aug 14, 2017 · Modified: May 12, 2021 by Nancy · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

Rum and Ginger Beer- A Rum Moscow Mule

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Sweet and spicy, Rum and ginger beer, aka a Rum Moscow Mule is truly a match made in heaven! Simple, sweet, sour and fizzy, it's everything we love about a summer cocktail!!

A single glass of a Rum Moscow mule, aka Rum and Ginger beer, in a rocks glass with a  mint, lime and colored straw garnish.

Rum and Ginger Beer

Confession. Much and all as I love rum cocktails, I've never been a fan of the Dark n' Stormy . The classic combo of dark rum and ginger beer is just a little too sweet and a little too flat for my taste.

So I gave this classic rum cocktail a bit of a makeover using my favorite cocktail formula - the moscow mule!

Spirit + lime + ginger beer is always a winning combination and the resulting cocktail was good. Light and refreshing it's just the kind of cocktail you want on a lazy summer afternoon or to sip around the bbq.

But I knew this rum Moscow mule could be better. And honestly, if you're going to have a cocktail, you want it to be great!!

What you need to make a great Rum Moscow Mule!

Ingredients:

  • White Rum - choose a good quality white rum like Bacardi. It's clean, lightly sweet flavor works perfectly!
  • Fresh lime juice - Bottled is convenient, but bottled lime juice always has this bitter, funky taste which is definitely not what you want!
  • Spiced Syrup - brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, allspice, and cloves are all you need for this syrup. Hint: Make extra since it's absolutely fabulous in iced coffee or stirred into ice tea!
  • Ginger Beer - ginger ale is a little too light for this rum cocktail so definitely go with ginger beer. I am a fan of Fever Tree, but use whatever ginger beer you like.

Tools:

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Jigger or measuring spoons
Two glasses of this rum moscow mule with a bottle of bicardi in the background.

How to Make this Rum and Ginger Beer Cocktail:

  • Step #1: Make the spiced syrup.
  • Step #2: Add the syrup, rum and lime juice to a shaker.
  • Step #3: Shake for about 10 seconds.
  • Step #4: Pour over ice in a rocks glass or chilled moscow mule mug. Top with ginger beer and garnish with a lime wheel and mint.
  • https://www.bacardilimited.com/our-brands/bacardi-rum/
    Make the syrup
  • Add the rum, lime juice and syrup to a shaker.

Other Moscow Mule Cocktails you may enjoy!

  • Ruby Red Moscow Mule
  • Mexican Mule
  • Kentucky Mule
  • Whiskey Mule
  • Galaxy Moscow Mule
A close up of a rum moscow mule made with rum and ginger beer in a rocks glass.

Rum Moscow Mule

Sweet, spicy and refreshing, this Spiced Ginger Rum Fizz is perfect for your next party!!
3.82 from 27 votes
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Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 33 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Calories: 182kcal
Author: Nancy Buchanan

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Bacardi Superior Rum
  • ¾ oz. fresh lime juice
  • ¾ oz. Spiced sugar syrup*
  • 1 - 2 oz. ginger beer
  • fresh limes optional
  • fresh mint optional
  • Spiced Sugar Syrup:
  • ½ cup dark brown sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 6 allspice berries
  • 6 whole cloves

Instructions

  • For the Spiced Sugar Syrup:
  • Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally. Boil for about 1 minute or just until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and let sit for 30 minutes to infuse.
  • Strain into a clean jar. Store extra syrup in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • For the Ginger Spiced Rum Fizz
  • In a shaker, add the Bacardi, lime juice and spiced sugar syrup. Add ice. Shake for 30 to 45 seconds.
  • Pour over an ice filled rocks glass and top with 1 to 2 oz. ginger beer.

Nutrition

Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 17mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin C: 6.4mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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  1. Anthony Torres says

    September 09, 2017 at 1:50 pm

    5 stars
    Looks so refreshing Nancy !!

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