Gin Mule

If you love a classic Moscow mule, but you also love a good gin cocktail, you have to try this gin mule! It's so refreshing and I love how the gin pairs with the fresh mint and lime juice.

You'll love this gin mule

It's so easy to make. Moscow mules are one of those classic cocktails that packs so much flavor while also being SO easy to make! A win-win all around!
It's refreshing. Something about gin with the combination of sweet and spicy ginger beer, zesty lime, and the fresh mint that is so refreshing, and perfect for any time of year.  Whether you're craving a refreshing cocktail on hot summer days or you want something crisp for the holiday season, you can never go wrong with ginger flavor. 

Ingredients

With a few simple ingredients, you can easily make this gin mule whenever you're craving one! 

Dry Gin. I recommend using a dry gin, but if you're unsure on what brand to use or stock your bar cart with, here are a few of my favorites: Hendrick's Gin, Farmer's Gin, Bombay Sapphire Gin, or Tanqueray Gin.

Fresh Lime Juice. Fresh lime juice is a must in any mule recipe! I recommend using fresh lime juice as opposed to concentrated lime juice. Nothing compares to fresh lime juice.

Mint Leaves. Like fresh lime juice, mint is a must for Moscow mules! 

Ginger Beer. I like using diet ginger beer, but you can use whatever ginger beer you have or whatever brand you like! Two of my favorites are Q and FeverTree.

​The traditional Moscow mule combines vodka, fresh lime juice, fresh mint, and ginger beer. There are so many variations with mule cocktails, and they are all so delicious! 

How to make a gin mule

1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle together your fresh lime juice and mint leaves. 
2. Add 2.5 oz of gin and ice cubes.
3. Shake well and pour into a copper mug. 
4. Add additional ice, if wanted, and top with ginger beer.
5. Give it a quick stir. 
6. Garnish with a lime wheel and mint sprig.

Tip:​ if you don't have a copper mug, you can always use a highball glass for this gin mule recipe.

Substitutions and variations

Fresh Fruit. Aside from fresh lime juice, you can always muddle fresh fruit into your gin mule. You can try this raspberry mule, blueberry mule, or strawberry mule. 

Other liquor. If you don't love gin, don't worry! There are so many other variations you can try like this Mexican mule, Kentucky mule, or rum mule. 

Gin Gin Mule.​ If you want to make a variation of the gin mule, you can add simple syrup and make the gin-gin mule! The gin gin is like a mix between a mojito and gin Moscow mule. 

Homemade ginger beer.​ If you want to get really fancy, you can always make your own ginger beer with some fresh ginger and other ingredients! 

N/A option.​ If you don't drink, you can use a N/A gin, like the Ritual Gin Alternative. 

Do moscow mules have to be served in a copper mug?

First, the copper acts as an insulator ensuring your drink stays cold for as long as possible. Second, some people say that copper mugs enhances the flavor of the cocktail's ingredients. The copper begins to oxidize when the vodka is poured in, making the flavors a bit more elevated. So, yes, a fancy copper mug is necessary!

Garnish ideas

• Lime wheel
• Lime wedge
• Mint sprig

FAQs

What is a Bombay mule?

A Bombay mule is a gin mule made with Bombay Sapphire Gin.

Is gin stronger than whiskey?

Gin and whiskey, for the most part, typically have the same ABV.

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