Kentucky Mule recipe
Bourbon, lime, and ginger beer give the Moscow Mule a warmer, oakier American accent.
Method: Build ·
Glass: Copper mug ·
Time: 2 min ·
Difficulty: Beginner ·
Family: The Highball Family
Ingredients
- 2 oz Bourbon
- 1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 4 oz Ginger Beer
How to make a Kentucky Mule
- Fill a copper mug or highball glass with ice.
- Add bourbon and fresh lime juice.
- Top with cold ginger beer.
- Stir once gently from the bottom.
- Garnish with lime and mint.
Garnish
Lime wedge and mint sprig.
Pro tip
Bourbon's vanilla and caramel notes pair best with a spicy, not overly sweet, ginger beer.
History of the Kentucky Mule
The Kentucky Mule is a natural modern variation on the Moscow Mule, substituting bourbon for vodka. It became popular as American whiskey returned to prominence on cocktail menus.
Flavour profile
Ginger, Lime, Bourbon, Bubbly
Variations
- Irish Mule — Use Irish whiskey instead of bourbon.
- Maple Kentucky Mule — Add 1/4 oz maple syrup for a colder-weather version.
- Blackberry Kentucky Mule — Muddle three blackberries before building.
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