Cucumber Jalapeño Mule with Mint Sprig

Cucumber Jalapeño Mule with Mint Sprig

Cool cucumber and spicy jalapeño meet zesty ginger beer in this refreshing twist on a classic mule.

Total 5 min Makes 1 serving Calories 168/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Kosher

Fresh cucumber slices and muddled jalapeño bring crisp heat to vodka and ginger beer, finished with lime juice and a fragrant mint sprig. The cucumber tempers the pepper's bite while the ginger beer adds fizz, making this a cooling choice for warm afternoons or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 4 slices cucumber, plus 1 extra slice for garnish
  • 2 slices jalapeño, seeds optional
  • 2 ounces vodka
  • 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 4 ounces ginger beer
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1 sprig fresh mint

Method

  1. In a copper mule mug or sturdy glass, muddle 4 cucumber slices and the jalapeño slices until fragrant and juicy.

  2. Add the vodka and lime juice to the mug, stirring briefly to combine with the muddled cucumber and jalapeño.

  3. Fill the mug with ice cubes, then top with ginger beer, pouring slowly to preserve carbonation.

  4. Give the drink a gentle stir to combine, then garnish with the extra cucumber slice and a fresh mint sprig before serving.

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    Cucumber Jalapeño Mule with Mint Sprig

    Fresh cucumber slices and muddled jalapeño bring crisp heat to vodka and ginger beer, finished with lime juice and a fragrant mint sprig. The cucumber tempers the pepper's bite while the ginger beer adds fizz, making this a cooling choice for warm afternoons or casual gatherings.

    5 min 1 serving 168 cal

    Ingredients

    • 4 slices cucumber, plus 1 extra slice for garnish
    • 2 slices jalapeño, seeds optional
    • 2 ounces vodka
    • 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
    • 4 ounces ginger beer
    • 1 cup ice cubes
    • 1 sprig fresh mint

    Method

    1. 1

      In a copper mule mug or sturdy glass, muddle 4 cucumber slices and the jalapeño slices until fragrant and juicy.

    2. 2

      Add the vodka and lime juice to the mug, stirring briefly to combine with the muddled cucumber and jalapeño.

    3. 3

      Fill the mug with ice cubes, then top with ginger beer, pouring slowly to preserve carbonation.

    4. 4

      Give the drink a gentle stir to combine, then garnish with the extra cucumber slice and a fresh mint sprig before serving.