Spicy Cucumber Vodka Mule
A refreshing twist on the Moscow Mule with spicy cucumber and ginger beer for a bold, crisp flavor. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Vodka, Cucumber, 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 110 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
- 1/4 cup, grated Cucumber
- 3 oz Ginger Beer
- 1/2 oz Lime Juice
- 1/8 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 cup Ice Cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Add 1 cup ice cubes to a tall glass. Pour in 2 oz vodka, 1/4 cup grated cucumber, 3 oz ginger beer, 1/2 oz lime juice, and 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper. Stir gently until the cucumber is slightly softened and the flavors meld.
- Step 2: Top with a lime wedge and a cucumber slice for garnish.







