Kentucky Mule
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Kentucky Mule
Description
This cocktail mixes 1.5 ounces of bourbon with 4 ounces of ginger beer and half an ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice served over finely crushed ice. The fine ice texture chills and slightly dilutes the drink, smoothing flavors. Stirring blends the ingredients evenly while retaining carbonation from the ginger beer.
A sprig of fresh mint provides a fragrant herbal note that complements the spicy ginger and mellow bourbon. The lime offers acidity to cut through sweetness, balancing the overall profile.
The Kentucky Mule is served typically in a copper mug or preferred cocktail glass, making for an inviting presentation. Variations include preparing a pitcher for multiple servings by scaling ingredients proportionally for gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 oz. ginger beer
- 1 ½ oz. bourbon
- ½ oz. lime juice freshly squeezed
- ice for serving, crushed
- mint for garnish, fresh
Instructions
- In a blender, crush your ice to a fine texture. (This is optional, but it adds a lovely texture and iciness to the drink!)
- In a copper mug (or your favorite cocktail glass), measure out the ginger beer, bourbon and lime juice.
- Add ice, and stir with a cocktail spoon.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wedge and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- To serve a group, multiply ingredient quantities to create a pitcher; for six servings, combine 24 oz ginger beer, 9 oz bourbon, and 3 oz lime juice, then serve over crushed ice with garnishes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1drink
Amount Per Serving
Calories 167 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 167kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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