Widely Liked Tropical Mule

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-26 · Updated 2026-05-26

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A ginger-forward tropical mule with pineapple juice and lime that’s easy to enjoy and perfect for any occasion. This recipe, ready in about 3 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh lime juice, pineapple 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 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: 3 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Drinks cuisine 170 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz vodka
1 oz fresh lime juice
1 oz pineapple juice
3 oz ginger beer
as needed ice cubes
1 piece 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 in 2 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 1 oz pineapple juice.
Step 3: Top with 3 oz ginger beer and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to mix without losing fizz.
Step 4: Garnish by placing a fresh mint sprig upright inside the mug and float a lime wheel on top of the ice.