Citrus-Spiced Southern Mule

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

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A refreshing mule with bright citrus notes and a hint of warming spice, perfect for summer evenings. This recipe, ready in about 5 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: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz vodka
1 oz fresh lime juice
4 oz ginger beer
2 dashes orange bitters
a pinch ground cinnamon
as needed ice cubes
1 lime wheel
1 fresh mint sprig

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Instructions

Step 1: Fill a copper mule mug with ice cubes to the top. Pour 2 oz vodka and 1 oz fresh lime juice over the ice.
Step 2: Add 2 dashes of orange bitters and a pinch of ground cinnamon.
Step 3: Top with 4 oz ginger beer, stirring gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine without losing carbonation.
Step 4: Garnish by placing a lime wheel on the rim and tucking a fresh mint sprig alongside it for aroma.