Candy Corn Mule Cocktail Recipe
This festive Candy Corn Mule is a sweet and spooky twist on the classic mule, perfect for Halloween parties or fall get-togethers. Made with candy corn-infused vodka, ginger beer, and lime, this cocktail is colorful, fizzy, and easy to make—only 3 ingredients needed!
Equipment
- Mason jar (for vodka infusion)
- Cocktail shaker or mixing glass
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Spoon
- Copper mug, mason jar, or martini glass
- Ice cube tray
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup candy corn for vodka infusion
- 2 oz vodka plain, unflavored
- 4 oz ginger beer chilled
- Juice of ½ lime
- Ice cubes for mixing and serving
- Optional garnish: lime wedge mint sprig, extra candy corn
Instructions
Infuse the vodka:
- Add candy corn to vodka in a mason jar. Let sit 3–4 hours or overnight until the candy mostly dissolves. Strain before using.
Mix the drink:
- In a shaker or mixing glass filled with ice, combine 2 oz candy corn-infused vodka, juice from ½ lime, and 4 oz ginger beer.
Shake or stir:
- Shake gently or stir, depending on the fizziness of your ginger beer.
Serve:
- Strain into a chilled glass over fresh ice. Garnish with lime, mint, or candy corn if desired.
Notes
Plan ahead for infusion time—it takes a few hours.
Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
Adjust sweetness by using more or less candy corn.
This drink is easy to batch—just multiply ingredients and stir in a pitcher.