Jamaican Mule Cocktail
This island twist on the classic mule blends dark Jamaican rum, spicy ginger beer, and fresh lime for a bold, refreshing cocktail with a bit of tropical punch.
Equipment
- Copper mug
- Highball glass
- Jigger
- Bar spoon
- Citrus juicer
- Ice scoop
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 2 oz Jamaican rum dark or aged
- 4-6 oz ginger beer spicy, non-alcoholic
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- ice cubes
- lime wedge or wheel, for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a copper mug or glass with ice cubes.
- Pour in Jamaican rum and lime juice.
- Top with ginger beer, tasting as you go to balance flavor.
- Stir gently with a bar spoon to mix without losing fizz.
- Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel.
Notes
Use dark Jamaican rum for bold flavor. Serve immediately for best chill and fizz. If you want it lighter, add soda water or more ginger beer. Avoid crushed ice—solid cubes keep the drink colder, longer.