Description

A refreshing, zesty, and ginger-spiked cocktail made with fresh lime juice and spicy ginger beer, garnished with candied ginger for a special touch.

Ingredients

Scale

2 oz (60ml) Vodka
0.5 oz (15ml) Fresh Lime Juice
4–5 oz (120-150ml) Ginger Beer
Ice (large cubes preferred)
1 Fresh Lime Wedge (for garnish)
1–2 pieces Candied Ginger (for garnish)
Optional: 1 slice Fresh Ginger

Instructions

Prep your garnish by cutting a lime wedge and having candied ginger ready.
Fill a 16-ounce mug or highball glass to the top with ice.
Pour 2 ounces of vodka over the ice, then squeeze in 0.5 ounces of fresh lime juice.
Add the lime wedge to the glass if using as garnish.
Slowly pour 4-5 ounces of ginger beer over the ice, pouring down the side of the glass to minimize fizz.
Gently stir the drink with a long spoon for 10-15 seconds until combined.
Drop candied ginger (and optional fresh ginger slice) into the drink.
Give one final tiny stir to settle the garnish and serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor; bottled juice lacks brightness. Choose a spicy ginger beer rather than ginger ale for authentic taste. Large ice cubes prevent dilution. Do not store mixed drinks as carbonation escapes; pre-mix vodka and lime juice if preparing ahead.

Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Cocktail
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 drink
Calories: 180
Sugar: 15
Carbohydrates: 20

Keywords: Moscow Mule, cocktail, ginger beer, vodka, lime, candied ginger, homemade drink, party drink, easy cocktail