Description
A crisp and refreshing Irish Mule made with smooth Irish whiskey, spicy ginger beer, and freshly squeezed lime juice, served over ice for a perfectly balanced cocktail with a bright citrus finish.
Ingredients
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- 2 ounces Irish whiskey
- 4 ounces chilled ginger beer
- 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 3 to 4 fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Chill a copper mug or serving glass in the freezer for a few minutes if desired.
- Fill the mug with ice cubes.
- Pour in the Irish whiskey and freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Top with chilled ginger beer.
- Stir gently to combine while keeping the carbonation lively.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves if using.
- Serve immediately while cold and bubbly.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the brightest flavor.
- Add ginger beer last to maintain fizz.
- Adjust the lime juice slightly for more or less citrus balance.
- For extra chill, use plenty of ice and a pre-chilled mug.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg