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Kentucky Mule
Posted: July 18, 2026
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The Kentucky Mule is America's patriotic riff on the Moscow Mule — swap the vodka for bourbon and the drink transforms from clean and neutral to warmly complex and characterful. Bourbon's vanilla, caramel, and oak notes pair brilliantly with ginger beer's heat and lime's bright citrus, creating a highball that's refreshing, spicy, and deeply satisfying. Traditionally served in a copper mug (which keeps it colder and amplifies the ginger's aroma), the Kentucky Mule has become a staple at bourbon bars nationwide and a gateway cocktail that converts countless vodka drinkers to whiskey.
Instructions
- Fill a copper mug or highball glass generously with ice.
- Pour in bourbon and fresh lime juice.
- Top with ginger beer and stir gently once to combine.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and, if available, a fresh sprig of mint.