Long Drink
Mezcal Mule
How to make a Mezcal Mule - the smoky take on the Moscow Mule with mezcal, lime juice and ginger beer. Simple recipe for a spicy, refreshing longdrink.
4 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Copper mugGlass
1Serving(s)
The Mezcal Mule gives the classic Moscow Mule a smoky Mexican twist. The earthy depth of the mezcal meets spicy ginger beer and zesty lime - a combination with character. A spicy longdrink for anyone who likes things a little more unusual.
Instructions
- Fill a copper mug with ice cubes.
- Add mezcal and fresh lime juice.
- Top up with ginger beer.
- Stir briefly with a bar spoon.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and serve.
Garnish: Lime wedge
Pro tip: Use a strong, spicy ginger beer - its heat plays wonderfully off the smoky note of the mezcal.
Frequently asked questions
What sets the Mezcal Mule apart from the Moscow Mule?
Smoky mezcal is used instead of vodka, giving the drink a distinctly spicier and smoky note.
What is mezcal?
Mezcal is a Mexican agave spirit that gets its typical smoky aroma from roasting the agave hearts.
Does it have to be a copper mug?
The copper mug is a tradition and keeps the drink especially cold, but a tall highball glass works just as well.
Ingredients
- Mezcal5 cl
- Fresh lime juice2 cl
- Ginger beer12 cl
- Lime wedge1 piece
- Ice cubesas needed
