Green Mule
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.25 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
- 3.50 fl oz Three Cents Ginger Beer
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Add first three ingredients to shaker
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Shake well with ice
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Fill Collins glass with ice
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Strain mixture into ice-filled Collins glass
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Top with ginger beer
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Stir lightly
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Garnish with lime wedge
Cocktail Description
The Green Mule takes the classic Moscow Mule template and spins it into something wonderfully herbal and just a little mysterious, thanks to a bold splash of Pernod Absinthe.
You'll taste bright lime tartness upfront, quickly followed by the licorice-tinged, anise-forward character of absinthe, all mellowed by sugar cane syrup and lifted by the spicy, effervescent kick of ginger beer. The result is a refreshing highball that's both familiar and unexpected, with enough complexity to keep you coming back for another sip. This one shines on warm afternoons or as a pre-dinner aperitif when you want something that stimulates the appetite without weighing you down. Making it is straightforward—just a quick shake and a gentle stir—so even home bartenders can pull it off with ease. Pair the Green Mule with light, herbaceous dishes like grilled shrimp with cilantro, Vietnamese spring rolls, or a crisp green salad with citrus vinaigrette; the absinthe's herbal notes and the ginger's spice complement fresh, zesty flavors beautifully. It's a drink that feels both casual and special, perfect for those moments when you want something a little different without too much fuss.
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