{"id":4021,"date":"2023-01-28T14:00:29","date_gmt":"2023-01-28T18:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/?p=4021"},"modified":"2026-02-04T03:43:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T07:43:10","slug":"mule-cocktails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/trends\/mule-cocktails\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Mule Cocktails to Spice Up Your Drinks in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Moscow Mule has been around since the 1940s and it\u2019s a classic combination that\u2019s opened up the door to loads of exciting variations and twists. We\u2019ve searched far and wide and have done all the donkey work to find the best <\/span>mule cocktails<\/span> you can easily make at home.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you didn\u2019t know any of these 12 <\/span>mule cocktails<\/span> even existed, you\u2019re in for quite a ride. And if you want to know how to spot a mule, it\u2019s quite simple. If it\u2019s got some kind of base spirit and is mixed with ginger beer, chances are it\u2019s a mule cocktail. And while we\u2019re giving you some nifty life lessons, here\u2019s another one: You don\u2019t need fancy copper mugs to make mules! While they look great and will keep drinks cooler for longer, good old highball glasses will work just fine.\u00a0<\/span>Consider yourself schooled!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Moscow Mule<\/a><\/h2>\n

\"Virgin<\/p>\n

This mule is the original that started the whole craze. Made with a classic combination of vodka, fresh lime, and ginger beer and served in a copper mug, the <\/span>Moscow Mule<\/span> is great if you want to cool down. This iconic vodka drink is one of the world’s most popular cocktails \u2013 and has been for 8 decades.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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SKYY Vodka<\/strong><\/span><\/a> is a great match for a Moscow Mule, offering a smooth, neutral base that lets the zing of ginger beer and the brightness of lime shine. Its clean profile enhances the cocktail\u2019s refreshing simplicity, while the quality ensures a consistent, crisp finish. It\u2019s an easy choice for crafting this classic drink.<\/h6>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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2. Kentucky Mule<\/a><\/h2>\n

\"Kentucky<\/p>\n

Bourbon steals the show in this Kentucky Mule cocktail and is the perfect companion for fresh lime juice and spicy ginger. That being said, bourbon <\/span>can <\/span><\/i>be on the overpowering side, so get a strong ginger beer mixer to level out the playing field. The result is a refreshing <\/span>bourbon mule cocktail<\/span> perfect for sunset sipping in your backyard.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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3. Mezcal Mule<\/h2>\n

\"Refreshing<\/p>\n

Smoky, zesty, and full of spice, the Mezcal Mule takes the classic Mule format on a bold new adventure.<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n