Moscow mule slushies are incredibly easy to make—they require nothing more than all the ingredients you’d regularly use to make a Moscow mule with some extra ice and a quick whirl in your blender (read: no fancy slushie machine necessary). They’ve got a lot more kick and significantly less sugar than the frozen drinks you’ll find in a restaurant, too. And instead of being served in a dodgy fishbowl, Moscow mules come in classy copper cups that help keep your cocktail cold and make you look like a hero of a hostess. Whether you’re poolside, lakeside, or just enjoying a moment on the patio, we think this drink will pair well with the task at hand.

Ingredients

1 cup ginger beer1/2 cup vodka1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice5 cups iceFresh mint leaves and lime wedges, for garnish

Directions

If you want to get adventurous, try adding fresh or frozen watermelon cubes or cucumber slices to your mule. Cheers!