Introduction

An icon of cocktail bars around the world, the Moscow Mule seduces with its freshness and character.
Traditionally made with vodka, ginger and lime, it is also a great base for creativity.
Today, De Michellot offers you a French artisanal version , revisited with its De Michellot Génépi Liqueur — a natural and floral alternative to the classic cocktail.

What is the Moscow Mule?

The Moscow Mule is an American cocktail born in the 1940s in Los Angeles.
It is generally served in its famous copper cup , symbol of the cocktail.

Origin of the name

• “Moscow” for vodka, Russia’s iconic spirit.

• “Mule” for the spiciness of ginger, which “kicks” the palate.

🧊 Refreshing, sparkling, and slightly spicy, the Moscow Mule has become a staple of modern aperitifs.

The Original Moscow Mule Recipe

Classic ingredients

• 5 cl of vodka

• 10 cl of ginger beer (non-alcoholic ginger beer)

• 1 cl of lime juice

• Ice

• 1 slice of lime and a few mint leaves

Preparation

1. Fill a copper mug with ice cubes.

2. Add the vodka and lime juice.

3. Top up with ginger beer.

4. Stir gently and garnish with a lime slice and mint.

🍋 Result: a fresh, slightly spicy and tangy cocktail, perfect for summer.

The Moscow Mule revisited with Génépi by Michellot

What if we replaced vodka with a homemade French liqueur?
Here is the “French Mule” version, a creation by De Michellot , based on De Michellot Génépi Liqueur .

Ingredients

• 5 cl of Michellot Génépi Liqueur

• 10 cl of craft ginger beer

• 1 cl of fresh lime juice

• Fresh mint leaves

• Ice

Preparation

1. In a copper mug or large glass, add the ice cubes.

2. Pour in the Michellot Génépi Liqueur and the lime juice.

3. Top up with ginger beer.

4. Mix gently and add a few mint leaves.

🌿 Result: a revisited Moscow Mule, more floral and balanced, where genepi replaces vodka for a naturally elegant cocktail.

Why Michellot’s Génépi?

Michellot's Génépi Liqueur is a French artisanal creation, made from alpine flowers and mountain herbs.
Its fresh, floral and slightly bitter taste brings a touch of authenticity and complexity to the cocktail.

The benefits of Génépi in mixology

• 🍃 More aromatic than vodka.

• 🌸 Floral and vegetal profile , perfect with ginger.

• 🇫🇷 French origin , for a local and elegant version.

• 💫 Less alcohol , more subtlety.

💡 Michellot's “French Mule” is the perfect balance between freshness, floral and spices.

Moscow Mule Variations

1. Michellot's Gentian French Mule

Replace the génépi with Gentiane De Michellot for a more bitter and vegetal cocktail.

2. Mint Mule with Michellot Mint Liqueur

An ultra-fresh and herbaceous version, perfect for summer.

3. Anise Mule with Michellot Anisette Liqueur

A Mediterranean interpretation, based on Michellot Anisette Liqueur , light and floral.

🍸 Michellot's Mules are proof that French spirits can enhance international classics.

The Secrets of a Perfect Moscow Mule

1. Use a craft ginger beer : more heat and less sugar.

2. Always serve very cold , in a copper cup.

3. Add fresh lime , never industrial juice.

4. Measure precisely : the balance between acidity and sweetness is essential.

🔥 The secret to success: simplicity and quality of ingredients.

Conclusion

The Moscow Mule is a timeless cocktail, a symbol of freshness and balance.
But with Michellot's Génépi Liqueur , it takes on a new dimension: more floral, natural and elegant.

🇫🇷 Rediscover the pleasure of the “French Mule”, a 100% French version of the world classic, signed De Michellot .

FAQ – Everything you need to know about the Moscow Mule

❓ Why is the Moscow Mule served in a copper mug?

Copper keeps things fresher longer, intensifies the icy sensation and accentuates the spiciness of ginger.

❓ Which ginger beer should you choose for a Moscow Mule?

Choose a craft ginger beer that is low in sugar and high in natural ginger.
This helps to better balance the aromas of the génépi or vodka.

❓ Can you substitute the vodka in the Moscow Mule?

Yes ✅
In the French version French Mule , the vodka is replaced by a craft liqueur like Génépi De Michellot , for a more floral and subtle cocktail.

❓ What is the difference between ginger beer and ginger ale?

• Ginger beer : more spicy, fermented, with a real ginger taste.

• Ginger ale : softer and sweeter, close to a soda.

For a real Moscow Mule, choose ginger beer .

❓ Is the Moscow Mule strong in alcohol?

The classic vodka version is around 12 to 15% vol.
Michellot's French Mule , made with génépi, is lighter (around 8 to 10% vol. ) and more aromatic.