Munich Mule Cocktail

Gin
Author: Yash Lakhan
A copper mug filled with a cocktail containing ice cubes and cucumber slices, placed on a table.

The Munich mule cocktail is a unique drink that serves as a gin-based variation on the classic Moscow mule cocktail. This combination produces a simple, effervescent beverage with a nuanced interplay of herbaceous, citrus and spicy flavours. Typically served in a copper mug or tall glass filled with ice, it is suitable to serve during summer events.

What you’ll need

Ingredients

Serves:
1
  • Tanqueray London Dry Gin (or any other gin of choice)
    30ml
  • Fresh lime juice
    15ml
  • Chilled ginger beer
    100ml
  • Cucumber, chopped
    Pieces
  • Ice cubes, for serving
  • Cucumber, for garnish
    Slices
  • Lemon wheel, for garnish

Method

  1. Step 1

    Chill a copper mug or highball glass completely and fill it with ice cubes.

  2. Step 2

    Pour the gin and fresh lime juice and top up with chilled ginger beer. Mix gently with a bar spoon.

  3. Step 3

    Garnish the drink with sliced cucumber and lemon. Serve immediately.

Tips & Suggestions

  • Instead of relying solely on ginger beer for spice, micrograte a pinch of fresh ginger right onto the final drink to produce a prominent and immediate spiced aromatic touch.

  • Instead of simply chopping, use a vegetable peeler to make long, thin cucumber ribbons. Twist it to release its oils into the drink before using it as an attractive, scented garnish.

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