Should you add ice to a tequila mule?

YES! These cocktails definitely taste best ice cold. I always refrigerate my ginger beer before adding so it doesn't melt the ice too quickly.

Why are mule cocktails served in copper mugs?

Copper mugs respond to the temperature of what's inside it, so they're great for keeping a tequila or Moscow mule nice and frosty. Some people also think copper mugs enhance the fizziness and flavor of the cocktail.

Is it necessary to use a copper mug for a tequila mule?

In short, no, it's not 100% essential. You can definitely use a regular cocktail glass, but be sure not to skip the ice! (That being said, if you do already have copper mugs, now's the time to use them!)

What's the best way to clean copper mugs?

Copper tarnishes pretty easily, so be sure to wash your mugs in soapy, warm water right after using. Rinse well, then dry completely. Any leftover water spots may cause oxidation and tarnishing.

Easy Tequila Mule (Mexican Mule)

Name: Tequila Mule
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 oz tequila (reposado, silver or añejo); 1/2 oz Cointreau, Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur; 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lime juice; 1/2 oz agave syrup; 4 oz ginger beer; Lime wedge & mint for garnish

Description

The Tequila Mule (aka Mexican Mule) is a tequila, ginger beer and lime juice cocktail based on the classic and beloved Moscow Mule. It's perfectly balanced – sweet, citrusy, slightly spicy and fizzy – and so easy to make in less than 5 minutes!

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 oz tequila (reposado, silver or añejo)
1/2 oz Cointreau, Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur
1/2 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 oz agave syrup
4 oz ginger beer
Lime wedge & mint for garnish

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Instructions

Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Pour in tequila, Cointreau, lime juice and agave. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds, then pour into a copper mug or cocktail glass filled with crushed ice.
Top off with ginger beer. Garnish with a fresh lime wedge and a sprig of mint (optional).

Notes

Nonalcoholic version: to make a mocktail version of this recipe, swap tequila with club soda or sparkling water and leave out the orange liqueur altogether. Be sure to use nonalcoholic ginger beer. You may also want to add a bit more lime juice for more flavor (or even a splash of orange juice).

Orange liqueur: If you decide to leave out the orange liqueur, you may want to add an extra 1/2 oz of tequila.

Make ahead: you can make the base (tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice & agave) and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Wait to add the ginger beer until just before serving.

Nutrition: Please note that the nutrition label provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients you use. This information should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Cocktails
Method: Shaken
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cocktail
Calories: 204
Sugar: 28.4 g
Sodium: 37.9 mg
Fat: 0.2 g
Carbohydrates: 35.8 g
Fiber: 0.1 g
Protein: 0.2 g