Ingredients
- 60 ml Bourbon e.g. Maker's Mark, Buffalo Trace, Woodford Reserve
- 20 ml Lime juice
- 120 ml Ginger beer
- Garnish Lime wedge
Preparation
- Build in a copper mug over ice.
- Add bourbon and lime juice.
- Top with ginger beer.
- Stir gently.
- Garnish with lime wedge. A wedge is a thick, lengthwise slice — usually a quarter or eighth of the fruit.
Origin Story
The Kentucky Mule is a regional variation of the Moscow Mule, substituting bourbon for vodka, and reflects the growing appreciation for bourbon in craft cocktails.
