Merle's Kentucky Mule Recipe
Buffalo Trace bourbon, fresh lemon juice and Louisville's own Butchertown ginger beer.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Fill a copper mug or highball glass with ice to chill it while you prepare the drink.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of Buffalo Trace bourbon and 1 oz of fresh lemon juice. Fill the shaker with ice and shake gently for about 10 seconds.
- 3
Combine with Ginger Beer
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice. Top with 4 oz of Butchertown ginger beer.
Garnishing
- 4
Add Lemon and Mint
Garnish your drink with a lemon wedge and a sprig of fresh mint leaves for aroma and presentation.