Toddy's Mule
A refreshing twist on the Moscow Mule, using bourbon for a smoother base and adding fresh ginger and lime for bright, spicy complexity. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon, fresh lime juice, fresh ginger 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 310 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 bourbon
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz fresh ginger juice
- 4 oz ginger beer
- 1 lime wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a copper mug or highball glass, combine 2 oz bourbon, 1/2 oz fresh lime juice, and 1/2 oz fresh ginger juice.
- Step 2: Add ice cubes until the glass is 3/4 full, then top with 4 oz ginger beer.
- Step 3: Gently stir once to combine without losing carbonation, then garnish with a lime wheel, pressing it lightly against the rim to release oils.
