Classic Mule Recipe
ketel one vodka, fever-tree ginger beer, lime juice
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Garnish
Method
Cocktail
Prepare glass
Chill a copper mule mug (or highball glass) in the freezer for a few minutes or fill it with ice briefly, then discard the ice. This keeps the drink cold longer.
Fill the chilled mug with fresh cubed ice until nearly full (about 1 cup).
Pour 2 oz Ketel One vodka over the ice.
Add 1/2 oz fresh lime juice (about half a lime). If you prefer more tang, adjust to 3/4 oz.
Top with 4 oz Fever-Tree ginger beer. Pour gently to preserve carbonation.
Give the drink a gentle stir (1–2 strokes) with a bar spoon to combine vodka, lime and ginger beer without flattening the soda.
Garnish & Serve
Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge perched on the rim. If using, slap a mint sprig between your palms to release aroma and tuck it beside the lime.
Serve immediately with a short straw if desired. Encourage the drinker to squeeze the lime wedge into the drink for extra brightness.