Owl Creek Handmade Moscow Mule 100% Copper Mug Single Cup

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So any cocktail worth sipping should have its own personality and story. The legend of the Moscow Mule, a standout among vodka drinks made with fizzy ginger beer, tangy lime juice, and served in stunning copper mugs, fits on the list of a classic American cocktails like few others. Although the finely tuned ingredients of the Moscow Mule recipe are certainly appealing, the true signature of this mixed drink is the copper mug. Since Moscow Mules first appeared in the 1940s, copper mugs have been essential for proper presentation. But is copper really better? For some traditionalists, even asking the question, “Why is a moscow mule served in a copper mug?” is blasphemous, since decades of ceremony insist that they be used. Yet, for the discerning drinker, it’s important to know the facts.Scientists measured the number of harmful microbes found in the water before it was placed in copper, then again 16 hours later, after it had been placed in copper. They found that the level of harmful microbes was greatly reduced just because of the simple fact that the water was in the copper. Another study was equally promising and found that in one hospital with copper surfaces, infection rates were reduced by 40%. The drop was attributed to the copper surfaces alone, and researchers found that it also killed 97% of the harmful bacteria which can cause infection.The handle of the mug helps maintain drink temperature, as well, keeping the near 100 degree body heat of your hand away from the walls of the mug, and your Moscow Mule safely chilled inside.Cold copper also has a tendency to increase the amount of bubbles in the carbonated ginger beer, bringing maximum fizziness to the Moscow Mule, when compared to being served in a plastic or glass container. The lime juice is also brought to life by the extra-cold copper, heightening the tangy citrus notes and reducing the acidity to better compliment the spicy ginger beer. When these three flavors reach their maximum potential, they work together to prove that the Moscow Mule deserves its home among classic American cocktails.The same is true for any well made drink. Re-tracing the history of the Moscow Mule, this ginger beer and vodka combination started at a bars in Manhattan and Hollywood in 1941. In order to give the drink a distinctive look, the originators ordered specially made copper Moscow Mule mugs, and took pictures of patrons drinking them with Polaroid cameras, a cutting edge invention of the day. The photographs began to circulate, and popularity of drinking a zesty Moscow Mule from a sleek, shiny copper mug found its place in American cocktail culture. Hugely popular in the mid 20th century, recent trends have solidified the timeless nature of this mixed drink.

I received this product at a discount through the amazon review trader program. The discount has not influenced or impacted my judgement of this product. I take this seriously and include my own opinion and experience with each product. I am in no way required by the seller to leave positive remarks about their product. If you have found my product review to be helpful, please thumbs up this review.I was skeptical when I ordered these due to the fact that I’ve bought them in the past and they came with a nickel coating on the interior. The packaging was great with the item being totally wrapped in paper to avoid any scratches to the beautiful copper finish. This folks is the real deal! ALL the way through this product is solid copper and looks beautiful as well. There is quality workmanship along with quality materials to produce a product that is worth the money. Now since it is PURE COPPER, it needs to be treated with respect and washed by hand. Liquids should also not be left inside for extended periods of time or you will risk staining or ruining the look of the copper. Also, they should never be put in the microwave. These are meant more for cold liquids than hot and they will last a life time if you treat them the way they need to be treated. The Moscow mules that result when using the pure copper is incredible! The flavor is not effected at all and it makes for a very enjoyable drink! The properties of the copper keep your drink cold for hours! These are absolutely beautiful and i recommend 100% to anyone looking for the real deal and any Moscow mules fans out there! Cant go wrong with this purchase!CHEERS!Again I would like to stress, I received this product at a discount for my honest and unbiased review. The discount has not influenced or impacted my judgement of this product. I take this seriously and include my own opinion and experience with each product. I am in no way required by the seller to leave positive remarks about their product. Thank you for taking the time to read my review

These copper shot glasses are VERY nice. They're a pretty straight forward product, and what you get is exactly what's pictured. They have straight edges, and a flat bottom. The one thing I wondered before they arrived was how thick the copper would be and whether they would be prone to bending or denting. I know some other cheap copper products are a very thin sheet. I was pleasantly surprised to find that these are a good thickness, considering they aren't that expensive. Copper products also tend to be a bit trendy these days, so some companies are really charging a premium.We also have some copper moscow mule mugs, and these look really good displayed along side them. Obviously they work great, as they're shot glasses. But if you're looking for some pretty glasses, or something to match your other copper drinkware, I'd highly recommend these!I received a discount on these glasses for my unbiased product evaluation.

I purchased the set of two copper shot glasses. Both of these are copper with no coating on the inside. They have a smooth look and not the hammered look of the Moscow mule mugs. I think they are just a little larger than a regular shot glass. They stand about 2-1/4" tall. The bottom is 1-1/4" in diameter and the top measures about 2" in diameter. They are a nice weight. I thought these were unusual and that was my reason for the purchase. I have a small collection of shot glasses (pairs) and these fit in nicely. Everyone that has seen them when they visit comment on them and ask where I got them.I received a discount on this item in return for my opinion on the quality of this product. I read the reviews of other shoppers when making my decision to purchase a product. If you think that my review was helpful in making your decision, please click the button below to let other shoppers know.