No need to wait for summer to enjoy this delicious and refreshing Strawberry Moscow Mule Float. Made using homemade strawberry vodka and strawberry sorbet, you’re sure to love this new twist on a classic!
Love Moscow Mules? May I suggest a Blueberry Moscow Mule or a Spiced Pear Moscow Mule?
Another gorgeous, sunny weekend here in Central IL, which for me, is much-needed after spending the week in bed with strep throat. There should be something against moms getting sick. I don’t have time to be sick. With school parties, deadlines and heading out-of-town the beginning of the week, my to do list is a mile long.
The one and only good thing about strep, besides the unexpected weight loss from hardly eating anything; the pudding, sorbet and Shamrock Shake I had as “meals.” Yes, I had my first Shamrock shake of the season and it was glorious. And no, I didn’t try one of the new varieties; chocolate chip or chocolate, I’m sticking to the original.
In addition to the shamrock shake, I went to the store and purchased a few “soft foods.” Applesauce, pudding, ice cream and sorbet. I hadn’t had sorbet in years and it looked delicious. Plus it was strawberry flavor and ever since Valentine’s day, I’ve had a mad hankering for all things strawberry.
So I was finally feeling a little better yesterday and the neighbors were all outside hanging out with beverages. I quickly looked around to see what I had and when I opened my freezer to grab the ice, lightbulb. I’m totally putting strawberry sorbet into my Moscow Mule. And so the Strawberry Moscow Mule Float was born and I’m thinking it’ll have LOTS of variations this summer.
The possibilities are endless here. Lime sorbet, raspberry, rainbow sherbet, who cares, this summer, it’s all going down. Why didn’t I think of this before? We love Moscow Mules. See Cranberry Apple Moscow Mule and Spiced Pear Moscow Mule.
We also aren’t strangers to making our own flavored vodkas, like in our Blueberry Moscow Mule which is a favorite of outs. We’ve actually been making strawberry vodka for over 4 years now because it’s a delicious and so easy to do. My dad makes gallons of it before our annual trip to Wyoming and lets the strawberries sit in the vodka for 3 months. OMG, it’s amazing! And to further my dad’s awesomeness, he makes his own ginger beer. It’s so good, he should start his own company.
To make the strawberry vodka: Cut 1lb of strawberries into quarters and then cut them again, to make 8 small pieces. Place them into a mason jar, or a jar with a tight-fitting lid and top with 2 cups of Smirnoff vodka. Let sit overnight or at least 12 hours but we love to let our sit for a few days. The longer the better. Shake the jar ever so often. At this point, you can either strain the strawberries and keep the strawberry vodka in the jar or puree the strawberries in a blender or food processor. Pour them through a sieve to remove as many seeds and bigger chunks as possible. Then add back to the vodka and you’ve got a strawberry vodka puree.
The Strawberry flavor is a perfect balance with the slight spiciness of the ginger beer. Topped off with cool strawberry sorbet, it elevates this Strawberry Moscow Mule Float to the next level, making it exceptionally delicious! As I said before, I see multiple variations happening this summer. But please don’t wait until then to make this float. Whip up a batch of Strawberry vodka and make this Strawberry Moscow Mule Float happen…today!
Strawberry Moscow Mule Float
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No need to wait for summer to enjoy this delicious and refreshing Strawberry Moscow Mule Float. Made using homemade strawberry vodka and strawberry sorbet, you're sure to love this twist on a classic!
Ingredients
Strawberry Vodka
1 pint strawberries, diced
2 cups Smirnoff Vodka
Strawberry Moscow Mule
Instructions
Strawberry Vodka
Place cut up strawberries into a mason jar and pour vodka on top. Place lid on tightly and allow to sit for at least 12 hours, shaking occasionally.
Strawberry Moscow Mule Float
Into the bottom of a copper mug, add vodka, lime juice and ice. Top with ginger beer and a scoop of sorbet.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cocktail
Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
Calories 237 | ||
% Daily Value | ||
Sodium 13 mg | 1% | |
Total Carbohydrates 35 g | 12% | |
Sugars 12 g | ||
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Can you just see how the sorbet is slowly melting into the drink adding more strawberry flavor and creaminess?! Oh, it’s so good, you’ve just gotta try this! And if it doesn’t scream summer and gorgeous weather, I don’t know what does!
#NationalMoscowMuleDay is fast approaching, it’s March 3rd. Grab a bottle of Smirnoff Vodka, a pint of strawberries and make a batch of strawberry vodka this weekend. You’ll be ahead of the game and ready to #RaiseaCopperMug on 3-3 to celebrate #TheOriginalMule.
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valmg @ From Val's Kitchen says
I love strawberries! This looks terrific, and I bet it would be perfect for a warm spring or summer evening.
Megan Marlowe says
Yes, I am looking forward to sipping these all spring and summer long!
Tracy Iseminger says
You’re killin’ me! Homemade Strawberry Vodka!!! Then you make it into a Moscow Mule!!! AND add ice cream!!!! This is definately a must try on my list and I think I need to be your neighbor so I can help test these recipes 😉
Megan Marlowe says
LOL, move on in! We’re always whipping up fun cocktails around here! This Strawberry Mule is super amazing, if I do say so myself! 😉
Stephanie@ApplesforCj says
Such a great idea Megan! I would have never thought to make flavored vodka. This drink sounds yummy and refreshing! I actually have some strawberries in my fridge now.
Megan Marlowe says
It’s amazing, Stephanie! You’ll have to try it out!
Tanya says
What a great twist in the moscow mule. I just bought some strawberries today…this must get made.
Megan Marlowe says
Homemade strawberry vodka is SO much better than store bought and super easy! Hope you love it!
Pam says
I don’t drink a lot of alcohol, but I love fancy cocktails. This Moscow Mule float sounds delicious! Perfect for spring and summer.
Megan Marlowe says
Thank you, Pam!
Dene' V. Alexander says
I have some lovely long stemmed strawberries in the fridge this recipe would be perfect!!!
Megan Marlowe says
Yes, they would. Thank you!
Christine McMichael says
This sounds like the best treat EVER! I’ve definitely never had Strawberry Moscow before. Must try soon!
Megan Marlowe says
It’s delicious! Hope you love it!
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says
I’m going to share this recipe with my friends who love Moscow mules. It looks amazing with the strawberries!
Megan Marlowe says
Great, thanks Amy!
Mark, CompassandFork says
I have made flavored brandy before with plums and cherries but I have not tried anything like that with vodka. Thanks for the tips on that. I love the color of the Strawberry Moscow Mule Float. Sounds perfect for a summer’s day.
Megan Marlowe says
Oh, that brandy sounds delicious! I may have to try that out! Thanks Mark!
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says
I am pinning this!! I can imagine the drink would be perfect in the middle of a hot afternoon. So refreshing.
Megan Marlowe says
Yes! I can’t wait to enjoy them on a hot summer’s night!
Veena Azmanov says
This is such a cool Idea…! Love the color and the copper mug…
Megan Marlowe says
Thank you so much!
Priya Srinivasan says
I m in love with those copper mugs and the whole food scene looks so colorful, i have a bottle of vodka sitting in my pantry, i know what i m going to do with it!!!
Megan Marlowe says
Homemade strawberry vodka is delicious and paired with the ginger beer….delicious!
Byron Thomas says
Megan, this drink looks so delicious and refreshing. And I love the float idea! I’m most certainly going to pin this to my summer drink Pinterest board for later use. Love it!
Megan Marlowe says
Hope you love it as much as we do, Byron!
Anvita says
The pictures look so tempting.Strawberry lovers here. It’s pretty much spring here on our side so can’t barely wait to go Strawberry picking and go crazy with strawberry recipes.
Megan Marlowe says
I cannot get enough strawberries, especially in the summer!
Julie | Bunsen Burner Bakery says
This looks beautiful! I know we don’t *have* to wait until summer, but this is making me dream of drinking cocktails on a patio on a warm spring day.
Megan Marlowe says
Julie, me too! I love, long summer nights sitting outside sipping on something delicious and refreshing! This strawberry Moscow mule float fits the bill!
Just Jo says
Oh I just love the look of this (your Smirnoff mug is so cute!). I am absolutely making some strawberry vodka once they come back into season here. This looks like a perfect summer drink. Hope your sore throat is all better 😀
Megan Marlowe says
Thank you! The strawberry vodka is wonderful! You must do it soon and summer berries would be great!
Hanady | Recipe Nomad says
This looks delicious!! I’m definitely going to start infusing my vodka- what an easy and fun idea!
Megan Marlowe says
Homemade Strawberry vodka is absolutely delicious and better than store bought!
Jennifer A Stewart says
I used to get strep all the time and would suck down shamrock shakes too! If it was later I would get the peppermint ones too! I recently started making mules and this one with strawberries sounds amazing!
Megan Marlowe says
Ugh, strep is the worst! Strawberry mules are awesome! We also add mint leaves too! So refreshing!
Sandhya Ramakrishnan says
Love the idea of making this as a float. I absolutely love your pictures and the copper mug is just something that I have been looking for a long time to buy. Hope you are feeling all better by now!
Megan Marlowe says
Thank you very much, Sandhya!
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Chrissa Flaks says
Has anyone tried this with mint? Would it taste bad? I have made the blueberry version and that has mint and is great!
Megan | Strawberry Blondie Kitchen says
Are you referring to mint sorbet? Although I haven’t tried it, I think it would be delicious and refreshing paired with the ginger beer!