Why are mules served in copper mugs?

Copper is a thermal conductor so it helps keep the cocktail chill. Copper has the ability to transfer the coldness from the ice to the outside of the mug, helping keep the drink colder for longer periods of time.

What is the difference between a Classic Mule and an Irish Mule?

The main difference is the type of alcohol used in the drink. Irish whiskey is used for an Irish Mule, while vodka is used for a Classic Mule.

When to serve an Irish mule?

An Irish Mule cocktail is a popular choice for various occasions such as nights out with friends, work gatherings or simply relaxing at home. However, there is one specific day where Irish Mules are particularly popular in bars and pubs and that is St. Patrick's Day.

Why don’t you shake the ginger beer in an Irish Mule?

As ginger beer is a carbonated beverage, shaking it can cause the carbonation to create too much foam when it is poured. It’s best to pour the ingredients from the shaker over ice in a copper mug, then add the ginger beer and stir gently to mix. This will help preserve the carbonation and flavor of the ginger beer and allow you to enjoy a well-balanced cocktail.

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Irish Mule

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Try an Irish twist on this much-loved, refreshing classic cocktail. An Irish mule substitutes whiskey for the vodka in a Moscow mule. This version calls for Jameson Original, giving the Irish mule spicy, nutty, and vanilla flavors to play off the ginger and lime. We love drinking this sweet cocktail over lots of ice. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a summer day, a breezy evening, or a fun night in.

What do you need

Ingredients

45 ml Jameson Original
30 ml Ginger Syrup
15 ml Lime Juice
90 ml Ginger Beer
Wedge Lime (FOR GARNISH)

1½ Parts Jameson Original
1 Part Ginger Syrup
½ Parts Lime Juice
3 Parts Ginger Beer
Wedge Lime (FOR GARNISH)

Step-by-step

How to make

Fill a shaker with ice and add Jameson, ginger syrup, and lime juice. Shake until cold (about 10-15 seconds).
Strain into a mule mug filled with ice. Top up with ginger beer and garnish with a fresh lime wedge.

Making a Great Irish Mule

Mules are ginger cocktails usually served over tons of ice in a signature copper mug. With the Irish mule, Irish Whiskey and ginger come together once again to create this refreshing cocktail.

If you don’t have ginger syrup handy, it’s easy to make. In a saucepan over medium heat, stir together 1 part sugar, 1 part fresh ginger, and 2 parts water. Once the sugar dissolves, increase the heat slightly, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Strain into an empty bottle or jar and refrigerate until cold.

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