Chai Mule with Chai Tea and Ginger Beer
A cozy cocktail blending chai tea, ginger beer, and vodka for a spiced, refreshing sip with a holiday twist.
Equipment
- Copper mug
- Cocktail shaker
- Measuring jigger
- Small saucepan
- Strainer
- Mixing spoon
- Knife and cutting board
- Ice cube tray
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 3 oz chai tea brewed strong and cooled
- 4 oz ginger beer
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 star anise optional for garnish
- ground cinnamon or nutmeg for topping
- 2-3 cloves used while brewing the chai
- mint sprig for garnish
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Brew chai tea in a saucepan with cloves and a cinnamon stick. Let it steep until strong, then cool completely.
- Fill a copper mug with ice cubes.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, cooled chai tea, and lemon juice. Shake lightly.
- Strain mixture into the mug over ice.
- Pour in ginger beer and stir gently with a spoon.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick, mint sprig, or star anise.
- Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg on top before serving.