This lemon Moscow mule recipe is refreshing and easy to make! It’s made with fresh lemon juice, ginger syrup, and a little mezcal to give it a smoky flavor. It’s so good!
I am a huge fan of Moscow mules. I have many versions, like my lemon and sage mule, gingerbread Moscow mule, cranberry mule, apple cider, and blueberry! When I created this lemon Moscow mule, I used Mezcal to add a touch of smokiness to it. The flavor is unique and the perfect easy cocktail to make at home.
Garnish it with a classic lemon twist candy stick for a fun, nostalgic twist.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
Lemon Juice – Fresh squeezed always!
Vodka – Good quality is best a quality drink.
Ginger Syrup – You can buy this or make it using my ginger syrup recipe. You can also use a little simple syrup to sweeten this drink.
Mezcal – This is optional but gives a smoky flavor to the lemon mule.
Ginger Beer – I like Fever Tree or Q Mixer, but many brands exist. Choose a sugar-free ginger beer for less sugar.
FAQ: What’s in a Lemon Mule?
If you love a smoky flavor, these lemon mules are for you! They’re made with lemon juice, vodka, ginger syrup, ginger beer, and mezcal. They’re refreshing and smoky.
FAQ: What is Mezcal?
Mezcal is a Mexican distilled alcohol made from Agave. It has a very smoky flavor and is one of the most popular spirits in Mexico.
My Favorite Ginger Syrups
There are several ginger syrups you can use to make a lemon mule. You can even make your own. Here are a few of my favorites. You can buy and keep one on hand when making Moscow Mules.
More Moscow Mule Recipes
If you love this lemon mule, try one of the recipes below.
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Lemon Moscow Mule
Ingredients
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 ounce vodka
- 3/4 ounce ginger syrup
- 1/2 ounce mezcal , optional
- 2 ounces ginger beer
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients in a copper mug and stir.
- Add in ice and garnish with a lemon wedge and candy stick
