Mezcal Mule
A smoky agave twist on the Moscow Mule with bright lime and ginger bite.
Base spirit
Mezcal
Style
Highball
Glassware
Copper mug
The Mezcal Mule replaces vodka with mezcal, giving the classic Mule earthy smoke and depth. Built in a copper mug, it balances ginger heat, citrus brightness, and mezcal’s vegetal character.
Ingredients
Servings
- • 2 oz mezcal
- • 0.75 oz lime juice
- • Ginger beer
Did you know?
“Mule variations exploded with mezcal’s rise; bars began offering entire Mule menus featuring different base spirits.”
Source:Modern bar menus; PunchDrink archives
Bartender's Note
Use a spicy ginger beer to stand up to mezcal’s smoke.
How to make the Mezcal Mule
- 1Build in copper mug over ice.
- 2Top with ginger beer.
- 3Garnish.
