Mule Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Method
Cocktail
- 1
Chill glass
If desired, chill a 10–12 oz copper mule mug or highball glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes or fill it with ice while preparing ingredients.
- 2
Add spirits and citrus
Fill the chilled mug or glass about three-quarters full with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz vodka and 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lime juice.
- 3
Top with ginger beer
Slowly pour about 4 oz cold ginger beer over the back of a spoon or directly into the glass to preserve carbonation and create a layered pour. Adjust quantity to taste; the mug should be nearly full.
- 4
Stir gently
Use a bar spoon or long spoon to gently stir the cocktail once or twice to combine vodka, lime, and ginger beer without losing carbonation.
- 5
Garnish and serve
Garnish with the lime wedge on the rim, and optionally a sprig of mint and a small piece of candied or fresh ginger on a pick. Serve immediately with a straw if desired.
- 6
Variations & notes
For a Moscow Mule use vodka as listed. For a Kentucky Mule substitute bourbon (2 oz). For a Mexican Mule substitute tequila (2 oz). Use more or less lime and ginger beer to taste. Use fresh lime juice (not bottled) for best flavor.
