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Here are all the best ginger beer co*cktails to try! This fizzy, spicy soda is ultra versatile and makes for zingy, refreshing drinks.
Ginger beer is a top mixer for co*cktails, full of bubbles with a spicy ginger finish. It adds a fizzy flair to mixed drinks of all kinds: and it’s perfect for mocktails! What is it, exactly? Ginger beer is a carbonated non-alcoholic beverage that’s made with sugar and ginger. It’s similar to ginger ale, but it’s not as sweet and has a much stronger ginger flavor.
Here are all the top ginger beer co*cktails and drinks to make with this tasty mixer! Of course, the classic Moscow mule is the most popular of all ginger beer drinks. But the fun doesn’t stop there: try all the mule variations, a bubbly whiskey highball…and even the most famous mocktail of them all.
And now…the top ginger beer co*cktails and drinks!
Classic Moscow Mule
The most famous ginger beer co*cktail: the Moscow mule! This classic co*cktail was born in the 1940’s. It's part of a family of co*cktails called abuck: a co*cktail made with liquor, ginger ale or ginger beer, and citrus juice. So, it can also be called a vodka buck! It's bubbly, zingy and bold; make it with just 3 ingredients in 3 minutes.
Ingredients:Vodka, lime juice, ginger beer
Dark and Stormy
Just 3 ingredients make up this classic co*cktail: theDark and Stormy! This refreshinghighball drinkhas quite the reputation…because it’s just that good. Each ingredient has lots of personality: the rich, earthy dark rum, with vanilla and brown sugar notes. Add to that spicy ginger beer, fruity and filled with effervescent bubbles. Top it off with a squeeze of tangy lime, and there’s not much better for sipping...any time and any season.
Ingredients: Dark rum, ginger beer, lime wedge
El Diablo
Here’s a highball that immediately shot to the top our favoriteginger beer co*cktails: theEl Diablo! This one flies under the radar, but take one sip and you’ll become a new convert. Bold berries, zingy lime, and spicy ginger complement the bite of the tequila in a way that’s indescribable. You’ve just got to taste!
Ingredients:Tequila reposado,crème de cassis, lime juice, ginger beer
Pimm's Cup
Looking for a refreshingly easy ginger beer co*cktail? Enter thePimm’s Cup! This popular British mixed drink is all about bubbly soda and fruity flavored gin. It’s so tasty that it’s dangerously easy to sip at lightening speed. It’s also great for entertaining: just a few ingredients and no need to dirty a co*cktail shaker.
Ingredients: Cucumber slices, Pimm’s No 1, ginger beer
Mexican Mule
Here's a fun spin on the classic mule: theMexican mule! This drink is bold, it’s bubbly, and it’s ready to spice up your next gathering. This tequila-based version might be even better than its inspiration. The way the bite of the tequila combines with spicy ginger and zingy lime makes it impossible not to immediately take another sip. Another version? The Mezcal Mule adds mezcal for a smoky spin.
Ingredients:Tequila, lime juice, ginger beer
Whiskey Highball
Here's a unique ginger beer co*cktail: the classicWhiskey Highball! This two-ingredient co*cktail originated around the turn of the 20th century and it’s still popular to this day. Why? It’ssoeasy to make, and it's an intriguing way to enjoy the flavors in a sip of whiskey. This drink has two variations: one straight classic with soda water for whiskey lovers, and one as a more balanced drink with ginger beer.
Ingredients: Whiskey, ginger beer
Floradora
Here’s a light, bubbly classic highball co*cktail that’s flown under the radar for too long: theFloradora! This beautifully pink drink was inspired by a Broadway show by the same name and dates back to the early 1900’s. Raspberry syruppairs beautifully with lime, gin, and the spicy kick of ginger beer! With its sweet name and delicious sweet tart flavor, we think it’s time for another spot in the limelight!
Ingredients: Gin,raspberry syrup(orChambord), lime juice, ginger beer
Gin Gin Mule
Here's a unique ginger beer co*cktail: thGin Gin Mule! Now, this co*cktail is more than meets the eye. Considered a modern classic, it’s a mashup of theMoscow muleand mintyMojito. The bubbly ginger beer and lime of a mule is balanced by the mint and sweetness of a mojito.
Ingredients:Gin, lime, ginger beer, mint, simple syrup
Kentucky Mule
One of the arguably most fun ways to drink bourbon? With ginger beer! This ginger beer co*cktail swaps the classic vodka for bourbon to make a Kentucky mule. It’s bubbly, bright and bold: with zingy lime and a spicy whiskey finish. There’s no shaking or stirring required: just pour it all into the glass. It’s easy for parties: or a summer evening on the porch. Another version? The Irish Mule uses Irish whiskey.
Ingredients:Bourbon whiskey, lime, ginger beer
Shirley Temple
Can we add a ginger beer...mocktail? It's theShirley Temple! Now, listen. This isn’t the overly sweet, syrupy version of this drink. The classic way is actually made with ginger beer! It’s not just for kids! This mocktail works for anyone looking for a bubbly, refreshing non-alcoholic drink. Even better: try our all-natural homemade grenadine syrup that skips the artificial flavors and colors.
Irish Mule
Another whiskey-based ginger beer co*cktail: theIrish mule! This spin on the classicMoscow Muleis bubbly and light, with a spicy Irish whiskey finish. It’s a good intro drink to whiskey and a way to make any party more fun! As with all the types of mules, it couldn’t be easier: all you do is pour 3 ingredients into a glass.
Ingredients: Irish whiskey, lime, ginger beer
Apple Cider Mule
Last up...a seasonal spin on the Moscow mule: the cider mule! This seasonal spin is even more fun than the original. It pairs apples and ginger in a bubbly, effervescent mix that looks perfectly cozy nestled in a copper mug. Why stop drinking the mule when autumn hits? This fall co*cktail is ideal for when the temps start to drop: it even works as a winter co*cktail for holiday gatherings, too.
Top brands of ginger beer
These days, there are many types of ginger beer brands on the market. Here are a few notes on the top brands to try for these ginger beer drinks:
- Q Ginger Beer: This is our top choice! It has great flavor and is made with real ginger. It comes in small cans so you don’t have to open a large bottle.
- Fever Tree Ginger Beer: Fever Tree also has great flavor and is our backup! It’s made with real ginger and has no artificial sweeteners.
- More Ginger Beer Brands: Here’s a list of more top brands.
What’s the difference between ginger beer vs ginger ale? Here’s what to know.
Ginger Beer co*cktails: Moscow Mule & More!
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- Author: Sonja Overhiser
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
Description
The best ginger beer co*cktail? The bold and fizzy Moscow mule! Mix lime, ginger beer and vodka in an ice cold copper mug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces (¼ cup) vodka
- ½ ounce (1 tablespoon) fresh lime juice
- 4 ounces (½ cup) ginger beer
- For the garnish: lime wheel or wedge, fresh mint (if desired)
Instructions
- In a copper mug or glass, pour in the vodka, lime juice, and ginger beer.
- Add ice and garnish with a lime slice. Serve immediately.
- Category: Drink
- Method: Stirred
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
More co*cktail recipes
Outside of these ginger beer co*cktails, there are so manygreat co*cktail recipesto try! Pick from some of the following:
- Vodka co*cktailsTry the greats like theGimletandMule.
- Gin co*cktailsAll the classics:Gin Fizz,Tom Collins,, etc.
- Orange Juice co*cktails OJ is a great mixer!
- Bourbon co*cktailsTry these bourbon greats, like theOld FashionedandManhattan.
- Amaretto co*cktailsFrom theAmaretto Sourto theItalian margarita.
- Vermouth co*cktailsAll the best drinks using dry or sweet vermouth.
- Sour co*cktailsAll the very best sours:Whiskey Sour,Sidecar,Mojitoand more.
- Cointreau co*cktailsAll the great drinks using this orange liqueur.
- Scotch co*cktailsUnique mixed drinks using this Scottish whisky.
- Campari co*cktailsBrilliant red co*cktails starring this bitter liqueur.
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Sonja & Alex
Hi, we’re Alex and Sonja Overhiser, married cookbook authors, food bloggers, and recipe developers. We founded A Couple Cooks to share fresh, seasonal recipes and the joy of cooking! Our recipes are made by two real people and work every time.
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