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Tiki Mule Recipe

Tiki Mule Recipe

Master how to make the best homemade Tiki Mule with this easy craft cocktail recipe. This tropical spin blends premium dark rum, spicy ginger beer, fresh lime, and pineapple juice for a refreshing tiki-inspired drink that's perfect for summer gatherings or transforming an ordinary evening into an island escape.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
Serves:
1 cocktail
A frosty copper mug glistening with condensation under warm, amber bar lighting. The Tiki Mule's vibrant golden-amber liquid is topped with a frothy cap, garnished with an elaborate arrangement of fresh mint sprigs, a paper-thin pineapple slice, and a lime wheel resting on the rim. Crushed ice peeks through the liquid, creating a frost line on the copper. A bamboo straw stands tall amid the garnishes, while drops of moisture trail down the sides of the mug, catching light to create a visual sensation of tropical refreshment.

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">60ml dark rum (preferably Jamaican)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">15ml fresh lime juice</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">30ml pineapple juice</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">15ml passion fruit syrup (or simple syrup with a dash of tropical fruit juice)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">120ml spicy ginger beer</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 dashes Angostura bitters</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Fresh mint sprig for garnish</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Pineapple slice for garnish</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Lime wheel for garnish</li></ul>

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

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Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">Copper mug (traditional for mule cocktails)</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Jigger for measuring</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Bar spoon</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Citrus juicer</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Fill your copper mug with crushed ice until it's about three-quarters full. Using crushed ice rather than cubes creates a frostier exterior on the mug and helps the flavors meld more quickly.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Pour the dark rum, fresh lime juice, pineapple juice, and passion fruit syrup directly into the copper mug. The copper conducts temperature efficiently, instantly chilling your ingredients.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>Gently stir the mixture with a bar spoon for about 10 seconds to combine all ingredients while preserving the ice.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Top with spicy ginger beer, pouring slowly down the side of the mug to preserve carbonation. The ginger beer should create a beautiful gradient effect as it settles into the rum mixture.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Add two dashes of Angostura bitters on top of the drink. These aromatic bitters add depth and complexity that complements both the spicy ginger and tropical fruit notes.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Garnish with a fresh mint sprig (slap it between your palms first to release the aromatic oils), a thin pineapple slice, and a lime wheel balanced on the rim. These garnishes aren't just decorative—they add enticing aromas that enhance the drinking experience.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Serve immediately while the copper mug develops a frosty exterior. The drink should be ice-cold, slightly fizzy from the ginger beer, with a perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors.</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Tiki Mule Recipe?

The Tiki Mule combines dark rum (preferably Jamaican), fresh lime juice, pineapple juice, passion fruit syrup, spicy ginger beer, and Angostura bitters. It's garnished with fresh mint, pineapple slice and lime wheel, all served in a traditional copper mug.

How to make Tiki Mule Recipe at home?

Learn how to make Tiki Mule Recipe by filling a copper mug with crushed ice, adding dark rum, lime juice, pineapple juice, and passion fruit syrup. Stir gently, top with spicy ginger beer, add Angostura bitters, and garnish with mint, pineapple slice, and lime wheel for a refreshing tropical cocktail with the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavours.

What's the best rum to use for a tropical mule cocktail?

A dark Jamaican rum is ideal for tropical mule variations as it provides rich molasses notes that complement the ginger beer's spice. Appleton Estate or Myers's Rum work brilliantly, but a good quality aged rum from Barbados or Martinique can also create excellent results with unique terroir characteristics.

Can I batch this tropical cocktail for a party?

Yes! Multiply the rum, juices and syrup proportions by your guest count and store refrigerated for up to 24 hours. When serving, pour the batched mixture into individual copper mugs with ice, then top with fresh ginger beer and garnishes for that made-to-order quality.

Why is a copper mug traditionally used for mule cocktails?

Copper mugs maintain temperature excellently, keeping your cocktail refreshingly cold. They also enhance the drinking experience by conducting the cold to your lips, intensify the fizz of ginger beer, and potentially amplify flavours through slight oxidation. Plus, they create that distinctive frosty exterior for visual appeal.

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