I love an easy cocktail, especially when it’s as refreshing as a Gin Mule. Also called a London Mule or a Gin-Gin Mule, this combination of herbal lime and spicy ginger beer is effervescent and delicious. This gin mule is easy to make and perfect for any celebration.

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The London Mule is part of the family of mule cocktails which consist of a spirit, lime juice and ginger beer. In the case of the London Mule the spirit is gin which lends an herbal note to the cocktail. No matter what mule variation you make ( take a look at the list below) it is traditional to serve this drink in a copper mug.
London Mule – gin, lime juice, ginger beer
Irish Mule – Irish whiskey, lime juice, ginger beer
Moscow Mule – vodka, lime juice, ginger beer
Kentucky Mule – bourbon, lime juice, ginger beer
Caribbean Mule – rum, lime juice, ginger beer
Mexican Mule – tequila, lime juice, ginger beer
Ingredients
- Gin
- Lime juice
- Ginger beer
- Lime
- Mint
How to Make a Gin Mule
In a copper mug filled with ice add in the gin and lime juice. Top with ginger beer and garnish with a slice of lime and fresh mint.

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Gin Mule Cocktail (London Mule)
Equipment
- 1 copper mug
- 1 Cocktail jigger
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz lime juice
- 6 oz ginger beer
- 1 slice lime
- 1 sprig mint
Instructions
- In a copper mug filled with ice add in the gin and lime juice. Top with ginger beer and garnish with a slice of lime and fresh mint.
Crystal says
Such a fresh and delicious drink!