Graphic Citrus Mule with Ginger Kick

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A bold twist on the classic mule, combining crisp citrus and spicy ginger with a touch of sweetness, reflecting the vibrant and creative spirit of graphic design. This recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh grapefruit juice, fresh lemon juice 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 160 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 & Beverages cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a copper mule mug with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice, 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
  2. Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to chill and mix.
  3. Step 3: Top with 3 oz ginger beer and stir once more gently to combine.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with a grapefruit wheel perched on the rim and a piece of candied ginger skewered on a cocktail pick resting across the mug's top.

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