Happy New Year! What better way to kick off 2018 than with my FAVORITE cocktail of all time…

Moscow mules with a little holiday flare…

for 1 perfect mule:

1 lime, juiced
3-4 oz bourbon
1-2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup pomegranate juice
1/2 bottle of ginger beer
Ice
Rosemary sprigs, additional limes & pomegranate arils for garnish

In a glass/mule mug, add lime juice, sugar and bourbon and stir. Add ice, pomegranate juice and top with ginger beer. Add pomegranate arils, slice of lime and a rosemary sprig if desired.

You know measuring is not my thing – especially when it comes to drinks or cocktails. Stubborn, I know…maybe one of these days I’ll be better. But for now, “A little bit of this and a little bit of that” is my motto!

If you feel that the drink is too spicy/strong for you, then you can add more sugar or maybe even orange juice to cut the acidity & tang of the ginger beer + pomegranate.

Here’s to you, 2018!

May you be full of challenges, unexpected surprises, and good company, cheers!