Ginger-Spiced Vodka Mule

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A vibrant mule cocktail combining spicy ginger, crisp vodka, and fresh lime juice served over crushed ice for a refreshing kick. 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 170 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: 4 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 170 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a copper mule mug halfway with crushed ice.
  2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz vodka and 1 oz fresh lime juice over the ice.
  3. Step 3: Top with 4 oz chilled ginger beer and stir gently once with a bar spoon to combine.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with 1 fresh lime wedge perched on the rim and 1 sprig of fresh mint tucked beside it.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp, spicy, and refreshing flavors of the mule.

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