Kentucky Mule
Cocktail Recipe

Firey

Fruity

Zesty

The Kentucky Mule is where smooth meets spice – bold bourbon, fiery ginger and a kick of lime. It’s Southern charm in a copper mug. Zesty and refreshing, this is an endlessly sippable party drink.

Ingredients

Bourbon
We recommend Bulleit Bourbon
50ml
Lime juice
15ml
Ginger beer
120ml
Mint sprig
Crushed ice

Number of servings

Equipment

Copper mug
Spoon

Bartender tip: Use a high-quality bourbon – it cuts though the ginger beer better and adds more depth.

Method

STEP 01

Add

Add the bourbon and lime juice to a copper mug. Fill with crushed ice and churn.

STEP 02

Pour

Top up with ginger beer.

STEP 03

Garnish

Garnish with a mint sprig.

Recommended whisky for a Kentucky Mule

We’ve handpicked three exceptional whiskies to use in a Kentucky Mule. Traditionally, you’d use a bourbon – we recommend Bulleit Bourbon, which adds a little sweetness to balance out the spicy ginger kick. Or why not make it a Scotch Mule? Just substitute the Bourbon for Scotch whisky – we suggest the Talisker 10. Its chilli heat and light smoke envelopes the ginger, or try Johnnie Walker Black Label for added complexity.