Irish Mule Cocktail
A quick and easy cocktail featuring smooth Irish whiskey, fresh lime juice, and spicy ginger beer, perfect for summer parties or casual evenings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 oz Irish whiskey (e.g., Jameson)
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice (about 1/2 lime)
- 4–6 oz ginger beer (spicy, high-quality brand like Fever-Tree or Bundaberg)
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger or a small slice (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Lime wedge or wheel (for garnish)
- Mint sprig (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Fill a copper mug or highball glass with ice cubes to chill.
- If using fresh ginger, muddle a thin slice or sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of grated fresh ginger at the bottom of the glass.
- Pour 1.5 ounces (45 ml) of Irish whiskey over the ice and ginger.
- Add 0.5 ounces (15 ml) of fresh lime juice.
- Top with 4 to 6 ounces (120-180 ml) of ginger beer.
- Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine flavors without losing fizz.
- Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel and a sprig of mint if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy cold and fizzy.
Notes
Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Choose a spicy, high-quality ginger beer. Muddling fresh ginger adds a lively spicy note but is optional. Stir gently to preserve carbonation. Adjust sweetness with simple syrup if needed. For a mocktail, omit whiskey and increase ginger beer and lime juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 8-
- Calories: 150170
- Carbohydrates: 1215
Keywords: Irish Mule, cocktail, Irish whiskey, ginger beer, lime juice, refreshing drink, summer cocktail