Kentucky Mule

A built cocktail made with Bourbon, Fresh Lime Juice, Ginger Syrup, served in a copper mug.

• Built, Stirred
• Copper Mug
• Over Crushed Ice
• Whiskey

Ingredients

• 2 ozBourbon
• ½ ozFresh Lime Juice
• ½ ozGinger Syrup
• 2 dashesAngostura Bitters
• 3 ozSoda Water
• GarnishMint Sprig

How to make a Kentucky Mule

1. Fill a copper mug with crushed ice.
2. Add 2 oz Bourbon, ½ oz Fresh Lime Juice, ½ oz Ginger Syrup, 2 dashes Angostura Bitters, 3 oz Soda Water directly to the glass, in order.
3. Stir gently, without knocking out the carbonation. Top with more crushed ice.
4. Garnish with mint sprig.

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