Dutch Mule Cocktail Recipe

Vodka
Author: The Bar Team
Two Dutch Mule cocktails with sprigs of mint for garnish.

If you love the zing of a ginger-forward drink but want something with a slightly lighter, cleaner character, the Dutch Mule is a great twist on its more famous cousin, the classic Moscow Mule. Both drinks feature vodka, fresh lime and spicy ginger beer, but in the Dutch Mule the flavour is less complicated, using simple syrup to balance the citrus and fizz — giving it a smooth, easy-going flavour that’s bright without overshadowing the ginger kick. In contrast, a classic Moscow Mule uses Angostura bitters to level up the herbaceous flavours, and is often served in a copper cup. The Dutch Mule keeps the spirit of the original while softening it just enough to make it feel fresh and versatile for any casual sipping occasion.

What you’ll need

Ingredients

Serves:
1
  • Ketel One Vodka
    1.5oz
  • Lime juice
    0.75oz
  • Simple syrup
    1 part sugar dissolved over heat into 1 part water
    0.75oz
  • Ginger beer
  • Ice
  • Lime wedge
    1
  • Sprig of mint
    1

1.8 units of alcohol per serving

Equipment

  • Collins glass
  • Spoon

Method

Step 1

Add ice to a Collins glass.

Step 2

Add in the vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup to the glass. Top with chilled ginger beer.

Step 3

Stir to combine. Garnish with a wedge of lime and fresh mint.

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