Best of All Worlds Mule

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A vibrant twist on the classic mule, combining spicy ginger with fresh lime and a hint of herbal freshness to celebrate the best of all flavors. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together Vodka, Fresh lime juice, 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 "Plan a meal with the AI" 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.

Prep: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, gently muddle 6 fresh mint leaves with 1/2 oz simple syrup to release the mint oils.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz vodka and 1 oz fresh lime juice to the mixing glass filled with ice cubes.
  3. Step 3: Stir gently for 15 seconds to chill and combine.
  4. Step 4: Strain the mixture into a copper mule mug filled with crushed ice.
  5. Step 5: Top with 4 oz ginger beer and stir lightly once to integrate.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wheel placed on the rim.

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