Believe it or not this drink was not created in Moscow but in New York’s Little Russia. Originally served in the copper mug as a point of difference. When Hollywood got hold of the drink, popularity soared. 1 2/3 Absolut Vodka 3/4 Part Lime Juice 4 Part Ginger Beer Glass: Copper Mug Lime Wedge 1. Measure the vodka and fresh lime into a copper mug. 2. Fill the cup with cubed ice and top with ginger beer. 3. Garnish with a wedge of lime .