Checklist Citrus Mule
A zesty twist on the classic Moscow Mule, blending crisp ginger with bright citrus notes to energize your workflow. This recipe, ready in about 4 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 190 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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 4 oz ginger beer
- 1/4 oz simple syrup
- 1 piece lime wedge
- 1 piece candied ginger
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a copper mule mug with crushed ice to the brim.
- Step 2: Pour in 2 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 1/4 oz simple syrup.
- Step 3: Top with 4 oz ginger beer and stir gently with a bar spoon for 15 seconds to mix.
- Step 4: Garnish with a lime wedge placed on the rim and a piece of candied ginger skewered on a cocktail pick laid across the mug's edge.





