Strawberry-Basil Moscow Mule

 

You know that drink you occasionally see when you are out at a bar, the one served in a bobby mug? That is a Moscow Mule.

A classic Moscow Mule has just three constituents — vodka, lime juice, and gusto beer — and while that is succulent( yes) and easy to put together( yes again), I wanted a gooey twist on this classic.

It may involve a little redundant medication, but I suppose it's worth it!

Our Summer Twist on the Moscow Mule :

Our summertime interpretation of the Moscow Mule adds strawberry and basil to the blend — a flavor combination just as classic as vodka and gusto!

In this drink, the agreeableness of the strawberry and the herbal haul of the basil are especially good mixed with vodka and gusto beer, the traditional constituents, which add lightness and a bit of spice.

Which Vodka to Use :

I like Tito's. It's not too precious, and it's made in Texas, which pleases this Texan. That said, any relatively- priced vodka will do. Since you are pairing it with strawberry and gusto beer, this isn't the time to showcase a precious brand.

RECIPE :

Strawberry-Basil Moscow Mule

PREPE TIME :                                                           TOTAL TIME :

    5 mins                                                                          5 mins

    

SERVINGS :  1  Drink

NOTE : The proportions for this drink are designed for a Moscow Mule mug, which is typically 16 ounces. If you don't have a copper mug, you can make it in a regular glass—just make sure it's around 16 ounces for the best results!

This drink is also very good with tequila, should you feel so inclined.

INGREDIENTS :

• 2 ounces vodka
• 4 or 5 strawberries (5 for medium-to-large strawberries, 4 for truly enormous ones)
• 5 basil leaves
• 3/4 ounce fresh-squeezed lime juice
• Crushed ice
• 2 to 3 ounces ginger beer, or to top

METHOD :

1- Muddle the strawberries and basil :

Add strawberries and basil to the bottom of a shaker. Pour the lime juice on top, then muddle them with a muddler or the back of a spoon. Do this enough to gently smoosh the strawberries, but not completely pulverize them.

2- Add the vodka and shake :

Add the vodka to the shaker, then the ice. (I find that 4 or 5 large cubes per drink works well.) Cover and shake for about 30 seconds.

3- Strain :

Strain directly into a copper mug full of crushed ice or double strain by pouring the drink through a tea strainer, which will catch the finer particles. A single strain is also fine.

4- Add ginger beer :

Fill the cup with ginger beer. Drink on a patio in the sunshine!

Bon appetite !! 

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