Kentucky Mule

4.80 from 10 votes

A twist on the classic, Moscow Mule, this Kentucky Mule is made with Kentucky Bourbon, ginger beer, and lime. It's crisp, refreshing, and perfect for warm summer evenings. Give it an optional twist by dressing it up with a little fresh orange and a mint sprig and it makes the perfect cocktail for that Kentucky Derby Party!

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Cuisine: American

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Servings: drink

Calories: 367kcal

Author: Michaela Kenkel

Equipment

Ingredients

1 shot Kentucky Bourbon can use two in a larger mug
Ginger beer
1/2 lime
crushed ice
optional: fresh orange fresh mint sprig

Instructions

Fill copper mug or glass with ice. I love using crushed ice when I have it!
Add in Kentucky bourbon whiskey.
Squeeze in 1/2 lime, and drop the squeeze portion into the mug.
Top with ginger beer.
Stir. Enjoy.

Notes

Optional: I love the Kentucky version with a little fresh orange, too! Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint for extra flavor.

Some of my copper mugs are a 16-ounce size, and I add 2 shots of bourbon. Adjust to your taste.

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