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Ginger Beer Mule Cocktail Recipe

Ginger Beer Mule Cocktail Recipe
My Ginger Beer Mule is quick to make and doesn't need fancy gear. Using the right ingredients and a few simple steps gives the cocktail its classic flavor and balance.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1

Equipment

  • I usually grab a copper mug for this cocktail. It keeps the drink cold and honestly, it just looks cool.
  • If I can't find one, a regular glass works fine. I also need a jigger or shot glass for measuring.
  • A spoon or cocktail stirrer helps mix everything together. For garnish, I keep a small knife and cutting board handy to slice lime or ginger.
  • Having lots of ice on hand is key—the drink should be served very cold. A citrus squeezer makes juicing limes easier, but squeezing by hand is totally fine.
  • Sometimes I use a muddler if I want to toss in fresh mint or ginger for extra flavor. Not required, but it's a nice touch.

Ingredients

For one Ginger Beer Mule, I use these:

  • Vodka 2 oz 60 ml
  • Ginger Beer 4 oz 120 ml
  • Fresh Lime Juice 1/2 oz 15 ml
  • Ice As needed
  • Lime Wedge / Wheel 1 for garnish
  • Fresh Mint optional Few leaves

Instructions

  • I fill my copper mug or glass with ice first. Then I pour in 2 oz of vodka right over the ice.
  • Next, I add 1/2 oz of fresh lime juice. After that, 4 oz of ginger beer goes in—it's fizzy, so I pour gently to keep the bubbles alive.
  • I give it a quick stir with a spoon or cocktail stirrer. A lime wedge or wheel goes on the rim for garnish.
  • If I'm feeling fancy, I clap a few mint leaves to wake them up and drop them in, or add a thin slice of ginger. Serve it up right away while it's icy cold.

Notes

Sometimes I swap vodka for gin just to change things up, but vodka's the classic. Ginger ale? Way too sweet and not spicy enough—stick with ginger beer for the real Mule vibe.
For a non-alcoholic version, I just leave out the vodka and mix ginger beer and lime juice over ice. If I want a stronger ginger kick, I'll muddle a thin slice of fresh ginger before adding the rest.
Adjusting the lime juice lets me tweak how tart or sweet the drink is every time. It's fun to experiment a bit.