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Fresh Ginger Moscow Mule
This Moscow mule uses plenty of freshly grated ginger to give it an extra spicy punch and fresh lime and orange juice for a refreshing taste.
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 4 min
- Yield
- 1 serving
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 ounes vodka
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger – add an additional tablespoon for a spicier drink
- 1/2 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 4 leaves basil
- 1 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup ginger beer or tonic water
- lime and/or orange wedges for garnish
Instructions
- 1
In a mug or cup, add sugar, ginger and basil and gently muddle for a few second until basil becomes fragrant (until you can smell it).
- 2
Add vodka and stir well until sugar has completely dissolved.
- 3
Add orange juice, lime juice and a few ice cubes (3 or 4 big cubes) and stir.
- 4
Add soda water and give it a quick stir.
- 5
Serve this Moscow mule recipe garnished with lime and orange wedges.