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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Method
Cocktail
- 1
Chill glass (optional)
If you prefer a very cold drink, place a copper mule mug or highball glass in the freezer for 10–15 minutes before preparing the cocktail.
- 2
- 3
Add vodka and lime
Pour 2 oz vodka and 0.5 oz (about 1/2 lime's worth) freshly squeezed lime juice directly over the ice.
- 4
Top with ginger beer
Slowly pour 4 oz ginger beer into the glass. Pouring slowly preserves carbonation and allows a gentle mixing of ingredients.
- 5
Stir gently
Use a bar spoon or stirrer to gently lift and mix the layers once or twice — just enough to combine the vodka, lime juice, and ginger beer without flattening the fizz.
- 6
Garnish and serve
Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim and, if using, a sprig of fresh mint. Serve immediately with a straw or stirrer.