Access Control Ginger Mule
A zesty and bold mule cocktail with fresh ginger and lime, designed for smooth security and refreshing taste. This recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together Vodka, Fresh lime juice, and Ginger beer for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Vodka
- 0.75 oz Fresh lime juice
- 4 oz Ginger beer
- 1 Fresh ginger, thin slice
- as needed Ice cubes
- 1 slice Lime wheel
- 1 Mint sprig
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a copper mule mug with ice cubes to the brim.
- Step 2: Pour in 2 oz vodka and 0.75 oz fresh lime juice.
- Step 3: Add 4 oz ginger beer gently to preserve fizz.
- Step 4: Stir lightly with a bar spoon for 15 seconds to combine.
- Step 5: Garnish with a thin slice of fresh ginger laid on top, a lime wheel on the rim, and a fresh mint sprig tucked alongside.
