Laori Mule - the non-alcoholic cocktail with ginger

1. What is a Moscow Mule?
2. What does a non-alcoholic Moscow Mule taste like?
3. How do you mix a non-alcoholic Moscow Mule?
4. Why do you serve a Moscow Mule in a copper mug?

What is a Moscow Mule?

The Moscow Mule is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Classically it consists of vodka, ginger beer and lime juice, which makes it super easy to mix. This simplicity in combination with its versatility is the reason for the success of the Moscow Mule. If you replace vodka with gin, you can easily get a London Mule without much effort.

What does a non-alcoholic Moscow Mule taste like?

A Moscow Mule is an experience: the ice-cold copper mug bounces frostily on your lips while the scent of mint and ginger fills your nostrils. With the first sip you can feel the hot-cold ginger burn and a delicate acidity spreads. A Moscow Mule tastes like liquid winter on hot summer days!

With Laori Juniper No 1 we conjure up your perfect alcohol-free Moscow Mule - without any hangover the next day. Our Laori Mule combines the citrusy bergamot aromas of Laori No 1 with the intense freshness of lime juice. The taste is complemented by the tingling spiciness of ginger beer. Our non-alcoholic Moscow Mule is just as tasty and refreshing as its alcoholic counterpart!

How do you mix a non-alcoholic Moscow Mule?

Ingredients

• 4clLaori Juniper No 1
• 15 cl Ginger Beer e.g. Spicy Ginger by Thomas Henry
• 1 cl lime juice
• Ice Cube

Glass & Decoration

• Highball or classic copper mug
• Mint & fresh lime for garnish

Preparation

• Place ice cubes in the highball glass or copper mug
• Add Laori Juniper No 1 and the lime juice
• Pour in ginger beer and stir once
• Garnish with half a lime wedge and mint leaves. Enjoy!

Why do you serve a Moscow Mule in a copper mug?

For no other drink, apart from the Moscow Mule, is a copper mug used. Why is that? The story behind it will surprise you: According to legend, the Moscow Mule was created during the 40s in the USA, more precisely in Los Angeles.

One evening the two gentlemen John G. Martin and John A. Morgan were sitting together and both shared a similar fate. Martin had to market vodka for his company. Almost impossible at the time! Morgan launched a new ginger soda and had trouble getting rid of it too. In addition, Morgan's girlfriend had 2000 copper mugs in stock, which also couldn't be sold. Three problems and one solution: the Moscow Mule! It is said to have been invented that night and is therefore also partly responsible for the popularity of vodka in the USA.

Would you like more drink inspiration?

Can't get enough of simple non-alcoholic cocktails? Then the alcohol-free Gin & Tonic will inspire you. You can find the recipe here.