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Bourbon Mule

A clever twist on the classic Moscow Mule, swapping vodka for warm bourbon to create a cocktail that's both bold and balanced with ginger beer and fresh lime.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces 60 ml bourbon, preferably 80 to 100 proof
  • 5 ounces 150 ml ginger beer, chilled
  • 0.5 ounce 15 ml fresh lime juice
  • 1 cup ice cubed
  • Lime wheel or wedge for garnish

Equipment

  • Copper mule mug or highball glass
  • Jigger for measuring
  • Bar spoon for stirring
  • Cutting board and knife for lime

Method
 

  1. Place your copper mug or highball glass in the freezer for at least five minutes before you start.
  2. Once the glass is chilled, fill it to the brim with ice cubes, then set it aside.
  3. Using a jigger, pour exactly two ounces of bourbon into a small glass or directly into your prepared mug.
  4. Squeeze half a fresh lime to get about half an ounce of juice, then add it to the bourbon.
  5. Use your bar spoon to stir the bourbon and lime together for about ten seconds.
  6. Slowly pour four to six ounces of cold ginger beer into your glass. Pour gently to preserve carbonation.
  7. Use your bar spoon to stir the entire cocktail together with about five gentle turns.
  8. Slide a lime wheel or wedge onto the rim of your glass as a garnish and serve immediately.

Notes

Use a bottle of ginger beer that you've tasted before making the cocktail; different brands vary wildly in spice level and sweetness. Choose a bourbon you'd drink neat or on the rocks for best results. Squeeze lime juice fresh each time instead of using bottled for optimal brightness and flavor.