Mexican Mule Cocktail
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Mexican Mule Cocktail
Description
This cocktail is made by filling a copper mug or highball glass with ice to ensure it stays very cold throughout consumption. Blanco tequila and lime juice go in next, followed by topping off with chilled ginger beer. The ginger beer acts as a spicy, effervescent mixer providing a lively bubble and ginger warmth that complements the tequila’s profile.
The Mexican Mule is typically served with lime wedges to add fresh citrus notes and can optionally be garnished with jalapeño slices for added heat. The combination creates a vibrant, balanced cocktail that is both cooling and slightly spicy.
A practical tip for best results is to use plenty of ice and well-chilled ginger beer, as both help maintain the drink’s crisp temperature. Measuring the tequila with a jigger or small measuring cup ensures consistent proportions and flavor balance. Tasting different brands of ginger beer helps find a preferred level of spiciness to match tequila’s boldness.
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila blanco
- 1 tablespoon lime juice ½ lime
- 4 oz ginger beer
Instructions
- Fill a copper mug or highball glass with ice
- Pour in the tequila and lime juice
- Top up the mug or glass with ginger beer
- Garnish with jalapeno slices, if desired and lime wedges
Notes
- Fill the glass or copper mug fully with ice to keep the cocktail very cold while drinking.
- Use well-chilled ginger beer for optimal taste and fizz.
- Choose a spicier ginger beer to complement tequila's bold flavor better; try different brands to find your favorite.
- Measure tequila carefully using a jigger or small cup to maintain balanced flavor proportions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 173 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 173kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 20mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 8IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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