We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – we love Huckberry. So when the nice guys over there contacted us about teaming up for a little giveaway, we said “of course.” When they said they’d like it be part of the Drink This series, we liked them even more.
I’m pretty sure you’ve all seen The Mason Shaker. To be honest, I gave it a lot of flack when it came out. Being a part of the wedding industry has really burned me out on all things mason jars. But this 32oz shaker is pretty fun, I must admit. It’s a great addition to a fully stocked bar (if even just for asthetic), and a nice place to start for those in need of a shaker/strainer combo.
Shortly after I received it, I finally ordered a pair of copper Moscow Mule mugs and when they arrived, I needed to use them immediately…
I’m not much of a vodka fan for anything but Bloody’s and OJ, so I wanted to try a variation on the Moscow Mule. Below are the recipes to two great cocktails to mix up your “Mule” drinking. The first, a Gin-Gin Mule, I was introduced to by Imbibe, who named it one of the 25 most influential cocktails of the past century in their May/June 2010 issue. The second, The Montauk Mule, I found in Shake: A New Perspective on Cocktails.
The Gin-Gin Mule:
- 6 mint sprigs
- 1.5oz dry gin – we used Bombay
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (1:1)
- 3/4 oz ginger beer – we used Gosling’s
Gently muddle the mint leaves with lime juice and syrup in shaker.
Add the gin and ice and shake well.
Strain into cup filled with crushed ice and top with with ginger beer.
Garnish with lime wedge and mint sprig.
The Montauk Mule:
Shake uses “Shot” meausurements to make 2 drinks. We adjusted to ounces for 1 drink.
- 2 mint sprigs
- 2 oz vodka – we used Tito’s
- 2 cubes cane sugar
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- Prosecco – we used Nino Franco
Muddle cane sugar and lime juice in shaker until sugar has mostly disolved.
Add vodka and ice and “shake vigourously for 10 seconds.”
Strain mixture into tumblers or Mule mugs if you’ve got ’em, and top with Prosecco.
Garnish with mint sprig if desired.
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Want one more reason why Huckberry is the greatest? They want to send one of you lucky folks a pretty ridiculous gift set.
What the winner will get…
- The Mason Shaker Gift Set, which includes the shaker, a muddler, and a jigger.
- A copy of Shake: A New Perspective on Cocktail.
- A pair of 100% Copper Moscow Mule Mugs.
Leave a comment below letting us know the highlight of your summer so far. We’ll pick a winner by random on July 1st around cocktail hour. Oh and also, you’ll get an extra entry if you Tweet the following:
I wanna shake, shake, shake a @Masonshaker! Ridiculous giveaway thanks to @Huckberry on @backdownsouth. http://tinyurl.com/ShaaaaaakeIt
Heath - Southland Avenue says
How have I never thought to replace the vodka in a moscow mule with my favorite gin? I’m embarrassed and shocked and so thankful you turned me onto this!!
Parker says
Getting married in 10 days! That’s will definitely be the best part of this summer.
Gardner says
Weekend at Kiawah Island.
Emma says
Best part of summer is exploring Michigan on days off with the hubs — Sleeping Bear Dunes hiking, paddleboarding on the lake, and grilling out!
Jordan says
Enjoyed a trip to Portland, Oregon with my husband to visit my brother and sister-in-law over Memorial Day weekend. We explored the beaches and rocks of Pacific City, the flowers of the Portland Rose Gardens, the interactive displays of the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, and the scenery and hiking at the Columbia River Gorge. We ate amazing food at Pine State Biscuits, Besaws, Riyads, Potato Champion, Salt & Straw, crepes, and more. This Tennessee girl loves to travel and be with loved ones, especially in new places!
Lis says
Just DREAMING of floating in a Georgia lake on July 4th.
Jess says
Going on a Baltic cruise with my family. Went to so many beautiful cities and had so much great food!
Mara says
Spending a week on Sullivan’s Island and Charleston with my boyfriend’s family friends. Beach days and front porch living every night, coupled with the best family has to offer. Relaxing, fun, and a great early start to the summer in mid-May!
Nicolette says
Going on a three week tour of Spain, Italy, and France with my two best friends! So much art, architecture, and delicious food and drink!
Danielle Hulsey says
The highlight of my summer has been having a “teacher’s summer break” and getting to spend the time to try some of my many Pinterest recipes out on my husband.
Molly Picardi says
Highlight (so far) was driving from Denver to New Mexico for three days of Mexican Food, Hiking, and art.
Aleshea Dominique says
I would say mine hasn’t happened yet. Next week I get to spend a few days in Jackson Mississippi and towards the end of summer i’m takin’ weekend trip around Texas to cross a few things off my Travelin’ Texan list.
Keri says
Spending a week on St. Geroge Island, sitting on the deck drinking pina coladas!
Allison says
Hoping to take a trip to Asheville in the next few weeks.
Lauren Rae says
Highlight of my summer has been buying a ticket for Charleston, then setting a quit date for my job and buying a one way ticket to Istanbul to travel part of the middle east and Asia with no set return date. Oh, and deciding on moving to Texas upon my return. All in all, learning how to really live life.
Sarah says
My highlight so far has been date night with my husband at the local minor league stadium for the $1 night. Tickets, drinks, hotdogs and ice cream all for under $10, while enjoying the fresh air and baseball.
L Crosby says
The highlight for me so far was Auburn AL’s public tailgate/viewing party for last Monday’s US/Ghana match. Just amazing energy and enthusiasm. It was tons of fun.
Thanks for the opportunity!
Chailey says
The highlight of my summer has been hiking in the mountains!
Doug M says
Taking my dad to the Travelers Championship golf tournament this past weekend. Beautiful weekend full of good golf and good drinks.
Julia says
The best part of my summer has been coaching an inner-city youth t-ball team!
HerschelW says
Either sitting at the Bar at Husk on a Saturday afternoon watching the city pass by while enjoying cocktails, charcuterie, and one of their life changing burgers or having an incredible wedding weekend in Palmetto Bluff, SC with a house complete with golf cart and ocean view.
Guinnevere Lowe says
So far, the highlight of my summer has been a few times spending half a day TRYING to catch fish, eventually saying screw it and finding something else to eat while making summer drinks! Hopefully the rest of the summer will allow for a good catch.
Leah H. says
A new half marathon PR!
stephanie says
Watching my 10 year old son hit a grand slam in his first baseball tourney of the summer!
Melissa says
Learning how to love soccer with this World Cup has been a summer highlight so far!
Jared says
My brother’s amazing wedding weekend in Santa Rosa!
Jared Darnell says
The highlight of my summer graduating college and starting my career! Now I need a few good drinks after work!
Linnae says
You know, we just got married in March and my hub is busting his butt studying for the Louisiana bar at the end of next month, therefore our summer has been very simple: learning how to be married, working and studying, and hanging out with friends every free moment we have. So, I’m not quite sure about my FAVORITE moment. I think I’d just have to say overall being married is so much stinkin fun… at least we get to lay out and study at the same time?
Martha Thedford says
The highlight of my summer so far is going to Boston, MA for the first time. Exploring a new city with tons of history and exploring where our founding fathers gathered, planned, and past time- even drank beers where they did. I am now in love with the Italian district of Boston and have a huge crush on every other neighborhood in that city. My sister and brother in law were awesome tour guides and we did EVERYTHING Fromm breweries to Red Sox to duck tours to fancy dinners and cigars. Love it, Go Sox.
Jed says
Camping in the Adirondacks with my best friends.
Diane says
Cooking and baking with all of the amazing summer produce we get from the Farmers Market — yum.
Albert Vaiani IV says
My highlight will happen in a few days. Going to San Francisco (first time!) for a volleyball tournament over 4th of July. Then staying a few extra days to explore with my best friend before he starts grad school in London.
JD says
Driving across the country moving my girlfriend from LA to Michigan.
Justin Hoppock says
Great White Shark diving in a cage off the coast of Cape Town.
Amy says
The World Cup viewing parties with hundreds of strangers/new best friends, and the beer showers that ensue after every USA goal.
Mark L. says
Ha! I’m quitting my job July 31st and heading to the mountains to celebrate freedom.
Alex U. says
Hasn’t happened yet. In a few weeks will be going up to the mountains in Colorado for some R&R. Trout fishing during the day and some down time with some adult beverages at night. Can’t wait.
mallory says
highlight thus far: going to all the neighborhood yard sales on the summer solstice. i got so many little treasures!
PJ says
Hands down best part of the summer was starting it off on the beautiful Island of St Lucia with my new bride.
Lacey Deere says
Eating on the deck at Hurricane Oyster Bar at Grayton Beach Memorial Day weekend.
Clayton says
Drinking domestic beer while watching the Americans take down Germany once again this Thursday.
Liz says
Taking my first (of many) trips to Charleston! Being from New England, it was such a treat to be in a historical seaside town, with a little bit of that Southern charm I’ve grown to love!
Ryan says
It hasn’t happened yet, but my family and fiancee will be flying from Arkansas up to the family Christmas tree farm in New Jersey, about an hour from NYC, for the week including July 4th. Most of the week will be work but we plan on going into the city one day and enjoying a bonfire and fireworks on the 4th.
Andrew M. says
Spending the weekendd on Lake Lanier to get recharged for the summer.
Jeff says
I am hoping my highlight hasn’t occurred just yet. The Fourth of July with family and friends at Lake Oconee should be a fantastic highlight though.