Ginger-Lime Sparkling Mule
A refreshing mule with zesty lime, spicy ginger, and effervescent sparkling water for a crisp finish. This recipe, ready in about 3 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh lime juice, ginger syrup 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 140 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
- 3/4 oz ginger syrup
- 3 oz sparkling water
- 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 brim.
- Step 2: Pour 2 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 3/4 oz ginger syrup over the ice.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients without losing carbonation.
- Step 4: Top off with 3 oz sparkling water and give a light stir to mix.
- Step 5: Garnish by placing a fresh mint sprig upright and a lime wheel on the rim of the mug.





