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Moscow Mule Float by Ashley Rose of Sugar & Cloth, a top lifestyle blog in Houston, Texas
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5 from 2 votes

Moscow Mule Float Recipe

A boozy float using tart homemade lime sorbet to make a citrusy, spicy, drink that is perfectly thirst quenching.
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Cocktails
Keyword: moscow mule, moscow mule float
Servings: 1
Calories: 2102kcal

Equipment

  • Cooper mug
  • Ice cream maker if making your own homemade sorbet
  • Saucepan if making your own homemade sorbet

Ingredients

For the cocktail:

  • 6 oz ginger beer chilled
  • 2 1/2 oz vodka
  • 3 scoop lime sorbet recipe below
  • 1 lime wheel optional for garnish
  • 1 mint sprig optional for garnish

For the sorbet:

  • 1 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 4 limes for the zest

Instructions

To make the lime sorbet:

  • In a saucepan, combine the sugar and the water. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely. Do not let it boil. Completely cool to room temperature.
  • Mix in the lime juice and zest. Refrigerate the sorbet mixture for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, for optimal chilling.
  • Transfer the chilled sorbet mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This process can take 20-30 minutes, depending on your machine.
  • Once churned, the sorbet will be soft serve consistency. Pour the sorbet into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or until completely solid.

To make the cocktail:

  • Add vodka and ginger beer to a chilled copper mug (or highball glass). Stir into well combined.
  • Scoop the lime sorbet into the mug.
  • Optional Finish the drink with a lime wedge and a mint sprig.

Notes

  • To make this non-alcoholic, omit the vodka and add 2 more ounces of ginger beer.
  • You can use store bought sorbet, but you will need to add a squeeze or two of lime to make it tart enough.

Nutrition

Calories: 2102kcal | Carbohydrates: 530g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 417mg | Potassium: 708mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 513g | Vitamin A: 121IU | Vitamin C: 75mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 25mg