Peach Moscow Mule
Celebrate summertime by mixing up a Peach Moscow Mule! Sweet, but not too sweet, this summertime twist on a classic Moscow Mule tastes like a slice of peach pie on a hot day. Makes 1 mixed drink.
Peach season is in full swing here in Texas!
And I hear peaches are ripening all around the country, too.
A few weeks back, my daughter, some of our friends and I trekked out to a peach farm in Scurry, Texas. That day, we brought home a giant box full ‘o peaches.
Needless to say, I’ve set out to make every peach dish imaginable ever since. So far, I’ve made Dairy Free Peach Cobbler and Blackberry Peach Hand Pies.
I’m happy to announce that this summery twist on a Moscow Mule is a home run.
Even if you’re 20 months pregnant like I am and can’t drink it with vodka. So I made a Peach Mule Mocktail for y’all, too.
Why I love this recipe:
It’s hard not to love this recipe, and it has become one of my favorite summer cocktails. This is a peach twist on the classic cocktail, the Moscow Mule.
ALSO, these Peach Moscow Mules taste like a peach pie!
Which is to say that they’re a little sweet, a little tart, a little zip of cinnamon and a whoooooooooole lotta flavor.
You’re welcome, Internet. 😉
The bonus is that we’re using fresh peaches, not peach-flavored alcohol, like peach schnapps or peach vodka, to give the mules their peach flavor. I’m guessing you probably don’t have either of those in your liquor cabinet, because I don’t, either.
This mule recipe can be made in batches or in singles. It’s wonderfully refreshing. And it’s something I highly encourage you to try next time you’ve got some juicy peaches on hand.
Some other delicious summertime mixed drinks: Bourbon Peach Slush / Strawberry French Monaco / Blackberry Ginger White Wine Slush / Individual Ginger Peach Punch / Raspberry Mango Spring Sangria / Strawberry Honeysuckle Sparkler / Peach Margarita
What you need to make this recipe:
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Let’s talk ingredients!
In addition to the tools above, you’re going to need some ingredients to make this recipe, too! Chances are, you might already have some of them in your fridge or pantry. Scroll down to the recipe card for the full measurements and instructions.
Here’s what you need to grab from the grocery store or the farmer’s market:
- Granulated sugar — also known as white sugar, this is the sweetener in our cinnamon simple syrup. I do not recommend replacing it with another type of sugar.
- Water — this is the liquid we use in the simple syrup.
- Cinnamon stick — this provides the cinnamon flavor to the cinnamon simple syrup. I do not recommend using ground cinnamon.
- Peach puree — from about one juicy peach. If it’s not peach season, you can make this from frozen peaches. Be sure to let them come to room temperature before blending.
- Ginger beer — this fermented beverage isn’t actually a traditional beer. It should have a nice kick to it.
- Vodka — I like to use unflavored, plain vodka for this moscow mule since the peach puree gives us the peach flavor.
- Lime juice — purchase a lime and squeeze it yourself, or purchase a chilled bottle of fresh squeezed lime juice. The shelf-stable bottles don’t have as wonderful flavor.
Other additions to this mule:
Garnish with freshly sliced peaches or fresh herbs, like mint leaves or basil.
How to make a Peach Moscow Mule
Make the Cinnamon-Infused Simple Syrup
I realize that you came here to make a drink, and I’m saddling you with yet another task. I know. Just know that I promise that this simple syrup is well-worth the trouble.
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine water and sugar. Bring ’em to a boil, then remove from the heat.
Add in the cinnamon sticks. Cover them, and let the simple syrup and cinnamon sticks steep for 30 minutes to 3 hours. Obviously, the longer the syrup infuses, the more cinnamony it becomes. Feel free to use a clean spoon to dip in and taste it during the process so that the cinnamon flavor isn’t overpowering for you.
When the syrup finishes infusing, strain it with a fine mesh strainer (or simple pick the cinnamon sticks out of it.) Transfer it to a mason jar, and refrigerate it until it’s time to mix a cocktail.
Make the Peach Moscow Mule
Puree the peach in a blender (or using an immersion blender). I like to blend the peach instead of muddling it with a muddler in my glass.
Pro tip!
If you don’t have a peach and can’t find fresh ones that are quality, use peach nectar instead. The puree, obviously, will be thicker, but the nectar provides the peachy flavor we want and need in this drink.
You can also use frozen peaches to make a puree. They will need to come to room temperature before you blend them.
Measure out the peach, ginger beer, vodka, lime juice and cinnamon simple syrup into a copper mug or your favorite glassware.
Use a cocktail spoon (or a regular one) to stir the ingredients together, and top ’em with ice.
Garnish with a peach slice, if desired, and enjoy immediately.
Erin’s Easy Entertaining Tips
There’s nothing more refreshing than a fruit-forward drink in the summertime. There’s a reason why everyone loves this Peach Moscow Mule recipe.
To me, they taste like peach pie.
if you want to make these beauties for an entertaining event, here are some tips and tricks to help you out:
- Make the simple syrup and peach puree in advance of your gathering so you don’t have to fret about those. Keep them in the refrigerator until it’s mixing time.
- You can easily turn this into a pitcher drink. Double, triple, quadruple the recipe to your heart’s desire.
- Instead of using ice cubes to chill the drink, use frozen peach slices. You can purchase these in the freezer section of the grocery. They’ll make it to where your drink doesn’t get diluted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Back in the ‘40s, Americans thought vodka was disgusting and subsequently would not drink it.
The story goes that the bartender at L.A.’s Cock ‘n Bull mixed up this beverage after listening to the laments of three businessmen—a vodka maker, a ginger beer maker and a copper mug maker.
Ooooooor maybe he had an excess of the three and whipped up this drink in an attempt to move product off the shelves.
Whatever actually happened resulted in a delicious sipper, traditionally served in a copper mug.
I’ve read that the name was decided at random. However, I’ve also read that Moscow was used because Russians are known for their vodka.
(Fun fact: Did you know the translation of vodka is “little water?” I did not!) Mule could have been chosen because the ginger beer gives the drink a kick.
Does anyone really know? NOPE. (And does it really matter? No, though it’s fun to read up on your favorite cocktails.)
YES! I was delighted to realize that this Peach Moscow Mule can be made booze-free and remain utterly delicious. Simply leave out the vodka, mix up the other ingredients, then you’re good to go.
Yes, you can! Grab a 1/2 cup (or a full cup) of the sliced frozen peaches, and let them defrost before blending.
The simple syrup recipe for this drink makes enough for EIGHT drinks, so here are the measurements you can use to make a big batch of 8 Peach Moscow Mules:
16 oz. peach puree
24 oz. ginger beer
12 oz. vodka
4 oz. lime juice, freshly squeezed
4 oz. cinnamon simple syrup
My favorite ginger beer to use is the ginger beer I have on hand. 😉 That said, we are partial to Fever Tree for a spicier ginger beer and the Sprouts branded ginger beer, too.
What can I serve alongside these summertime mules?
There are a lot of awesome dishes to serve with a Peach Mule. I happen to think the following are exceptional pairings…
- Grilled Peach Bruschetta
- Strawberry Romaine Salad
- Pan Seared Peach Balsamic Chicken
- Peaches and Cream Popsicles
- Dairy Free Blackberry Cobbler
- Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs with Crispy Kale
More Moscow mule recipes to try:
- Strawberry Moscow Mule
- Mexican Mule (a mule with tequila)
- Moscow Mule Pitcher
- Kentucky Mule (a mule with bourbon)
- Raspberry Moscow Mule
Now who’s ready to mix up some of this goodness while peaches are still in season?!? Scroll on down to get the recipe…
Peach Moscow Mule
Ingredients
Cinnamon-Infused Simple Syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- 1 stick cinnamon
Peach Moscow Mule
- 2 oz. peach puree (from about ½ fresh peach)
- 3 oz. ginger beer
- 1 ½ oz. vodka
- ½ oz. freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ oz. cinnamon simple syrup recipe above
- Ice for serving
Equipment
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Instructions
Make the Cinnamon-Infused Simple Syrup
- Measure out the water and sugar into a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat.
- Add in the cinnamon sticks, and cover for 30 minutes to three hours. (The longer the simple syrup infuses, the more cinnamon-y it will become. Proceed with caution.)
- When the syrup has finished infusing (and tastes good to you!), strain and pour into a mason jar. Refrigerate until time to make cocktails.
Make the Peach Moscow Mule
- Puree a peach in a blender. (If you don’t have a peach and can’t find good ones, feel free to use peach nectar instead! The puree will be thicker, but nectar provides the awesome peachy flavor we’re looking for.)
- Measure the peach puree/nectar, ginger beer, vodka, lime juice and cinnamon simple syrup into a copper mug (or your favorite glassware of choice).
- Use a spoon to stir up the ingredients until they are combined.
- Top with ice, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
Have you ever enjoyed a drink that tasted like PIE?
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About the Author:
Erin Parker is a Southern gal living in Texas with her husband and two daughters. She started The Speckled Palate to share what she was cooking as a newlywed… and over the years, it’s evolved to capture her love for hosting. Specifically, the EASIEST, lowest key entertaining because everyone deserves to see their people and connect over good food. Learn more about her…
BEST Moscow Mule I’ve ever had. Hands down.
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Hi, where are the round glasses that are pictured from? Can’t wait to try this recipe!
Hi Morgan! Just saw your question. I got the glasses from Crate & Barrel years ago. They don’t have them anymore, sadly. :/ I hope you still can enjoy this recipe!
Could you please make this printable? I tried using the print tab, but no luck. Thanks! I can’t wait to try this drink. 🙂
Hey there, Patti. Thank you for letting me know about this. I’m so sorry that the print function isn’t working right now. We are working to get this fixed ASAP. In the meantime, you should be able to print the recipe from this link here. Let me know if it doesn’t work, and thanks for your patience!