Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBon Temps GrillKentucky Mule Recipe

Kentucky Mule Recipe

Inspired by Bon Temps Grill
Time10m
Serves1

Benchmark Bourbon, fresh lime, simple syrup topped with ginger beer.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Fill a copper mug or a highball glass with ice to chill.

  2. 2

    Mix the Base Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of Benchmark Bourbon, 1 oz of fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.

  3. 3

    Shake Well

    Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients.

  4. 4

    Strain the Mixture

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice.

  5. 5

    Top with Ginger Beer

    Pour 4 oz of ginger beer over the bourbon mixture in the glass.

  6. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish your Kentucky Mule with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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