A staple of cocktail bars for nearly a century, the Moscow mule is known for its simplicity and versatility. Starting with just three ingredients — vodka, ginger beer and lime juice — mules lend themselves to countless variations among the alcohol and flavors used. “We go through quite a bit of mules,” said Jerry Bourassa, general manager of CR’s The Restaurant in Hampton, which has featured all types of seasonally inspired takes on the drink. “I definitely think the name itself has been pretty well established, as far as classic cocktails go.” Despite what its name may suggest, the Moscow mule was not actually invented in Moscow, nor does it have anything to do with mules. Seacoast area bar managers and mixologists talk about the unique spins they’ve made on the traditional mule and provide some tips on how to create the best flavor profiles.
