Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 oz Jamaican rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 4 oz ginger beer
- Ice
- Lime wedges, for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Cocktail shaker
- Highball glass
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add Jamaican rum and fresh lime juice to the shaker.
3. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
4. Fill a highball glass with ice.
5. Strain the rum and lime juice mixture into the glass.
6. Top with ginger beer.
7. Garnish with lime wedges.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: N/A
Temperature:
Serve chilled.
Serving size:
This recipe makes one serving.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 200
Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Protein: 0 g
Sodium: 10 mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Any type of rum can be used instead of Jamaican rum.
- Lemon juice can be used instead of lime juice.
- Club soda can be used instead of ginger beer.
Variations:
- Add a splash of pineapple juice for a tropical twist.
- Use dark rum instead of white rum for a richer flavor.
- Add a dash of Angostura bitters for a more complex flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Shake the cocktail vigorously to ensure the ingredients are well combined.
- Use high-quality ginger beer for the best taste.
Storage instructions:
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Reheating instructions:
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Presentation ideas:
Serve the Jamaican Mule in a highball glass with a lime wedge on the rim.
Garnishes:
Lime wedges
Pairings:
This cocktail pairs well with spicy Jamaican dishes like jerk chicken or curry goat.
Suggested side dishes:
- Fried plantains
- Rice and peas
- Jamaican-style coleslaw
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cocktail is too strong, add more ginger beer to dilute it.
- If the cocktail is too weak, add more rum or lime juice.
Food safety advice:
- Drink responsibly and do not operate heavy machinery after consuming alcohol.
- Do not drink if you are pregnant or under the legal drinking age.
Food history:
The Jamaican Mule is a variation of the classic Moscow Mule, which was created in the United States in the 1940s.
Flavor profiles:
The Jamaican Mule is a refreshing and slightly spicy cocktail with notes of lime and ginger.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the Jamaican Mule as a pre-dinner cocktail or as a refreshing drink on a hot summer day.
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Region: Jamaican
Taste: Spicy, Tangy, Sweet, Herbal, Citrusy, spicy, tangy, refreshing, citrusy, sweet