Cucumber Basil Mexican Mule
A crisp and herbaceous mule cocktail with tequila, fresh cucumber, and basil, topped with ginger beer for a lively finish. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, cucumber slices 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 150 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 blanco tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 4 thin slices cucumber slices
- 4 fresh basil leaves
- 3 oz ginger beer
- as needed ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 4 thin slices of cucumber and 4 fresh basil leaves gently to release their aroma.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz blanco tequila and 1 oz fresh lime juice to the shaker.
- Step 3: Fill the shaker halfway with ice cubes and shake vigorously for 12 seconds until well chilled.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into a copper mule mug or highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 5: Top with 3 oz ginger beer and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine.
- Step 6: Garnish with a cucumber wheel and a sprig of basil placed upright on top.
