Peppermint Mule

A holiday Moscow-mule inspired beer cocktail in a copper mug with a mint and candy cane garnish. A grey The Beer Store can sits beside it. Holiday decorations and ornaments are scattered around the drink on a wood tabletop.

Difficulty 2
Prep Time 12 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Serves 1

Difficulty 2
Prep Time 12 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Serves 1

Get into the holiday spirit with this Yuletide mule! Candy cane syrup and fresh mint add a festive twist to the traditionally ginger-forward Moscow Mule. Topping it with a lime-infused beer (or light lager) adds a delicate crispness and balances out the sweetness. Cheerful and peppy, it’s the perfect sip for the holiday season.

Ingredients for Candy Cane Simple Syrup

½ cup water
6 standard peppermint candy canes, unwrapped and crushed, about a scant ½ cup (125 mL)

Ingredients for Peppermint Mule

12 mint leaves, plus a sprig of mint for garnish
1 tbsp + 1 tsp (15 + 5 mL) fresh lime juice
2 tbsp (30 mL) candy cane simple syrup
½ cup (125 mL) good-quality ginger beer
½ cup (125 mL) lime-flavoured beer (or light lager)
⅓ cup (80 mL) lime-flavoured sparkling water
Candy cane, for garnish

Directions for Candy Cane Simple Syrup

1. In a small pot, bring water and crushed candy cane to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly until the candy cane has dissolved, approximately 3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool. Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 week. (Makes ½ cup, or 125 mL.)

Directions for Peppermint Mule

1. Add mint leaves and 1 tbsp lime juice to a cocktail shaker. Muddle for 15 seconds to release the oils and juices. Fill the shaker one-quarter full with ice and shake for 15 to 20 seconds to chill. For the most authentic experience, pour into a copper cup filled to one-third with crushed or pebbled ice. Add candy cane simple syrup, ginger beer, beer, lime-flavoured sparkling water, and remaining 1 tsp (5 mL) lime juice and stir gently to chill. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a candy cane, and serve immediately.