New Orleans Mule Recipe
Syrup, shaken and served over ice, topped with soda.
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Ingredients
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Syrup
Cocktail
Method
Syrup Preparation
- 1
- 2
Simmer the Mixture
Once boiling, reduce heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the ginger flavor to infuse into the syrup.
- 3
Strain the Syrup
Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl. Discard the ginger solids.
- 4
Add Lime Juice
Stir in the lime juice to the strained syrup. Allow it to cool before using.
Cocktail Preparation
- 5
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka and ginger syrup. Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
- 6
Shake the Mixture
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill the mixture.
- 7
Strain into Glass
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- 8
Top with Soda
Pour club soda over the cocktail, allowing it to mix gently.
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and lime wedges. Serve immediately.