What is a Kentucky Mule
As mentioned above Kentucky Mule, sometimes known as an Irish Mule, is basically just a Moscow Mule in which you switch out the vodka for bourbon. If you are a purist, you will want to make this cocktail with some Kentucky Bourbon. But of course, any whiskey that you pick up will be delicious in this recipe.
How to Make a Kentucky Mule
This is a brief overview of how to make this delicious recipe. For the full recipe with all of the ingredients, see the recipe card in the bottom of the post.
Kentucky Bourbon: While all bourbon is whiskey, not all whiskey is bourbon. For more on this great spirit, read below. Ginger Beer: Most ginger beer is non-alcoholic, though there are some alcoholic brands (like Crabbies – my favorite). Obviously, making it with alcoholic beer will make the drink stronger, it’s just a matter of personal preference. Lime Juice: Fresh lime juice is always my preference when it comes to making cocktails, but of course, if you only have bottled on hand, that’s better than no Kentucky Mule at all.
Bourbon for Kentucky Mules
Typically this delicious cocktail is made with Bourbon. The primary difference between rye and bourbon whiskey is that bourbon has to be distilled from at least 51% corn, whereas rye needs to be 51% rye. If you only have rye on hand, I encourage you to still make this. You will find it just as amazing as the original. That being said, a small tumbler works just fine. As you can tell, I’m not a stickler for the rules when it comes to enjoying delicious cocktails.
Original Moscow Mule – Truly one of my favorite cocktails; once you have the original down, you can do lots of fun twists. Margarita Moscow Mules – If you love tequila and love mules, you’ll love this. Frozen Moscow Mules – These are only 3 ingredients and are SO popular! Cherry Moscow Mules – A really simple twist, but so delicious. Tropical Moscow Mules – Like a Pina Colada and a Moscow Mule had a delicious baby. Champagne Moscow Mules – If you love bubbly, you will love this. Gin Moscow Mule– Probably my favorite of all the variations, because I’m a gin lover.
If you make this cocktail and love it, leave me a comment and let me know!
