Spiced Tequila Mule Cocktail Recipe
I love mixing a cocktail with a bit of spice to warm things up! Today, I'm sharing how to make a Spiced Tequila Mule—a refreshing twist on a classic mule with some tequila sizzle and spicy ginger kick. Perfect for your next get-together! 🍹🔥
Equipment
- Shaker: A good cocktail shaker is a must to mix everything smoothly.
- Jigger: This helps measure all the ingredients properly.
- Copper Mug: The classic way to serve a mule, but feel free to use any glass if you don’t have one.
- Strainer: Used to pour the drink without letting ice through.
- Lime Squeezer: Makes juicing limes quick and easy.
Ingredients
Here's what you'll need to create this cocktail masterpiece:
- 2 oz Tequila: Choose your favorite brand.
- 1 oz Lime Juice: Freshly squeezed is always best.
- 3 oz Ginger Beer: Adds that spicy fizz!
- 1 oz Spiced Simple Syrup: You can buy this or make it with sugar water, and spices like cinnamon and clove.
- Ice: Plenty to keep things cool.
- Lime Wheel: For garnish.
- Optional Garnish: A cinnamon stick or jalapeño slice for extra spice!
🍋🍹 Simple ingredients but full of flavor.
Instructions
Mixing it up is quick and easy:
- Prepare Your Mug: Fill with ice to the top.
- Mix the Drink: In the shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, and spiced simple syrup with a few ice cubes. Shake well!
- Strain and Serve: Pour the mix over ice in the mug.
- Top with Ginger Beer: Add ginger beer and give a gentle stir.
- Garnish: Place a lime wheel on top and add optional garnishes.
🌟 Get ready to sip and savor! Each step builds up to a tasty treat.
Notes
Here are a few tips to perfect your drink:
Adjust Spice Level: Play around with more or less spiced syrup to get the right heat.
Ginger Beer Choice: Use one that matches your spice preference—some like it hotter than others!
Batch Prep: Planning a party? You can mix this in larger quantities in advance and serve quickly.
Alcohol-Free: Swap tequila for flavored soda water to create a mocktail version everyone can enjoy.
Encourage friends to try their own twist! 😄 Share your favorite versions in the comments below and have fun experimenting. Cheers! 🎉
Ginger Beer Choice: Use one that matches your spice preference—some like it hotter than others!
Batch Prep: Planning a party? You can mix this in larger quantities in advance and serve quickly.
Alcohol-Free: Swap tequila for flavored soda water to create a mocktail version everyone can enjoy.
Encourage friends to try their own twist! 😄 Share your favorite versions in the comments below and have fun experimenting. Cheers! 🎉