Raspberry Mule
This Raspberry Mule is a vibrant cocktail that infuses the sweet-tart taste of raspberries with the zesty and spicy elements of lime and ginger beer. Prepared with homemade raspberry simple syrup and served in a classic copper mug, it’s a refreshing and eye-catching drink, perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 1 cocktail
Calories: 226kcal
Ingredients
Raspberry Simple Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup organic cane sugar
- 2 cups raspberries (fresh or frozen)
Raspberry Mule
- ice (enough to fill the copper mug)
- 1 ½ oz vodka
- ½ oz lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 oz raspberry simple syrup
- 5 oz ginger beer
Instructions
Raspberry Syrup
- Add sugar, water, and raspberries into a medium-sized pot on medium-hight heat.
- Simmer for 12 minutes, mixing occasionally. Do not boil the syrup. Lower the heat if needed.
- Remove from heat and let cool for at least 15-20 minutes.
- Strain the syrup using a fine mesh strainer and a spoon to extract as much as possible.
- Let cool completely before storing in an airtight jar or a syrup dispenser. Label it and store it in the fridge for two weeks.
Raspberry Mule
- If you haven't already, prepare the raspberry simple syrup and let it cool before using.
- Place the copper mug into a freezer for a few minutes while you are preparing other ingredients.
- Fill the copper mug with ice.
- Add vodka, lime juice, and raspberry syrup to a chilled copper mug.
- Top with ginger beer and gently stir with a spoon.
- Add garnish if preferred, and serve immediately!
Notes
- Non-alcoholic Version: For a non-alcoholic twist on this cocktail, skip the vodka and add more ginger beer or a splash of sparkling water. This way, everyone can enjoy the refreshing drink experience.
- Quality Ginger Beer: Opt for a premium ginger beer with a robust ginger flavor. As a key component of the Mule, high-quality ginger beer greatly enhances the drink's overall taste.
- Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice: Always use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavor. Store-bought will not have the same taste and quality.
- Chill Ingredients: Chill all ingredients, particularly the ginger beer, before mixing. This preserves the cocktail’s refreshment and slows down dilution.
- Batch Preparation: When preparing raspberry mules for a group, make a large batch of raspberry simple syrup and pre-mix the base ingredients (vodka, lime juice, and raspberry syrup). Add the ice and ginger beer to individual glasses or mugs right before serving to ensure the drinks stay fizzy and fresh.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg