Kiwi Cucumber Mule

Juleps & Smashes • May 07, 2026

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A photo of the Kiwi Cucumber Mule cocktail containing English cucumber peeled, Kiwi fruit, Zubrowka Bison Grass Vodka, Pressed apple juice, Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne) in a Old-Fashioned.

Curiada Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Zubrowka Bison Grass Vodka or alternative

Other Ingredients

1.00 inch English cucumber peeled
0.50 fresh Kiwi fruit
1.50 fl oz Pressed apple juice
0.25 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)

Directions

Muddle cucumber and kiwi in base of shaker
Add other ingredients to shaker
Add ice to shaker and shake well
Fill old-fashioned glass with crushed ice
Fine strain mixture into glass
Garnish with kiwi slice

Cocktail Description

The Kiwi Cucumber Mule brings a refreshing twist to the classic mule formula, swapping ginger beer for a crisp combination of cucumber, kiwi, and apple juice that makes it perfect for warm afternoons and outdoor gatherings.

This drink is surprisingly easy to make—just muddle fresh cucumber and kiwi in your shaker, add Zubrowka Bison Grass Vodka (which contributes a subtle vanilla-grass note), pressed apple juice, and cane syrup, then shake and strain over crushed ice. The result is a bright, vegetal cocktail with the tropical sweetness of kiwi balanced by cooling cucumber and the gentle grassy character of the vodka. It's lighter and more fruit-forward than a traditional Moscow Mule, making it an excellent choice for brunch, garden parties, or any time you want something that feels sophisticated without being heavy.

Pair this drink with lighter fare like grilled fish, fresh salads with citrus vinaigrette, or Vietnamese-style summer rolls—anything that won't overwhelm its delicate flavors. The crushed ice keeps everything cold and dilutes the drink slowly, so each sip stays refreshing from first to last. Garnish with a kiwi slice to signal exactly what kind of bright, clean drinking experience awaits.