Magnificent Mule (foot) Recipe

Name: Gabby Goat American Pub & Grills Magnificent Mule (Foot) Recipe
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 2 oz vodka; 0.75 oz fresh lime juice; 4 oz ginger beer; 0.5 oz ginger liqueur (optional, e.g., Domaine de Canton); 0.25 oz simple syrup (1:1) or honey syrup; 2 dashes Angostura bitters; 1 cup crushed ice; 1 piece lime wheel or wedge; 1 sprig fresh mint sprig; 1 piece candied ginger (optional); 1 piece copper mug (or highball glass)

Inspired by Gabby Goat American Pub & Grill

Time10m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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Cocktail

2 oz vodka

3/4 oz Fresh lime juice

4 oz Ginger beer

1/2 oz ginger liqueur (optional, e.g., Domaine de Canton)

1/4 oz simple syrup (1:1) or honey syrup

2 dashes Angostura bitters

1 cup crushed ice

Garnish

1 piece lime wheel or wedge

1 sprig fresh mint sprig

1 piece candied ginger (optional)

Serveware

1 piece copper mug (or highball glass)

Method

Prep

Chill

Place your copper mug or glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes before assembling to get it nicely chilled.

If using honey syrup, mix equal parts honey and warm water until combined. If using simple syrup, have it chilled and ready.

Mixing the Magnificent Mule

Fill the chilled copper mug or glass about three-quarters full with crushed ice (approximately 1 cup).

Add vodka (2 oz) and fresh lime juice (0.75 oz) directly over the ice.

If using ginger liqueur, add 0.5 oz now for extra ginger depth.

Add 0.25 oz simple syrup or honey syrup to balance the lime. Adjust to taste if you prefer sweeter.

Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters to introduce aromatic depth and a subtle spice note.

Top gently with about 4 oz cold ginger beer. Pour slowly to preserve carbonation and create a layered look.

Give the drink a gentle stir 2–3 times with a bar spoon to integrate ingredients without flattening the ginger beer.

Garnish & Serve

Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge placed on the rim and a sprig of fresh mint tucked into the ice. If desired, skewer a piece of candied ginger and rest it on the rim.

Serve immediately while icy cold and effervescent. Provide a straw or let guests sip from the mug. For a stronger ginger hit, offer an extra 0.25–0.5 oz ginger liqueur on the side.