Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 oz Marillenschnaps (apricot brandy)
- 1 oz lime juice
- 4 oz ginger beer
- Ice cubes
- Lime wedges for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Cocktail shaker
- Copper mugs (optional)
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
2. Add Marillenschnaps and lime juice to the shaker.
3. Shake well for about 10 seconds.
4. Fill a copper mug (or a glass of your choice) with ice cubes.
5. Strain the cocktail into the mug.
6. Top with ginger beer.
7. Garnish with a lime wedge.
- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
Temperature:
- Serve chilled
Serving size:
- This recipe makes one serving.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Protein: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Sugar: 22g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If Marillenschnaps is not available, you can use any other fruit brandy or vodka.
- If you don't have ginger beer, you can use ginger ale or soda water with a splash of ginger syrup.
Variations:
- You can add a splash of orange juice or peach puree for a fruity twist.
- For a spicier version, muddle a few slices of fresh ginger in the shaker before adding the other ingredients.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a cocktail shaker, you can use a mason jar with a lid.
- To make a non-alcoholic version, omit the Marillenschnaps and add more ginger beer.
Storage instructions:
- This cocktail is best served fresh and should not be stored.
Reheating instructions:
- N/A
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a copper mug for an authentic Moscow Mule look.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a slice of apricot.
Garnishes:
- Lime wedges
- Fresh mint
- Apricot slices
Pairings:
- This cocktail pairs well with spicy or savory appetizers, such as buffalo wings or bruschetta.
Suggested side dishes:
- N/A
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cocktail is too strong, add more ginger beer to dilute it.
- If the cocktail is too sweet, add more lime juice to balance the flavors.
Food safety advice:
- Drink responsibly and do not drink and drive.
- This cocktail is intended for adults over the legal drinking age.
Food history:
- The Moscow Mule is a classic cocktail that originated in the United States in the 1940s.
Flavor profiles:
- This cocktail is sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a refreshing summer cocktail or as a party drink.
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Region: Austrian