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Texas Mule Cocktail

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Whether you call it a Texas mule or a Mexican mule, this sweet and spicy tequila and ginger beer cocktail is a delicious twist on the classic Moscow mule.
Total time 3 minutes
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This recipe is meant for people over 21 years old. Please drink responsibly.

Try this Dragon's Blood Cocktail or my favorite grapefruit tequila sour next!

Closeup of a Texas mule cocktail with a fresh basil garnish.
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

When a Moscow mule is made with tequila it becomes a Mexican mule but what happens when you add peach schnapps?

It's my twist on that the iconic cocktail recipe. Spicy, sweet, and tangy -- you'll love this refreshing, summer cocktail that I'm calling a Texas Mule!

The ginger flavor combined with the hot sauce gives the drink a bite that leaves your lips tingling. Make it in a pitcher because this is going to disappear fast!

🧾 Ingredients

  • Reposado tequila
  • Peach schnapps
  • Simple syrup
  • Lime juice
  • Hot sauce
  • Ginger beer
  • Basil or mint leaves

🔪 Instructions

Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The full instructions are in the green recipe card below.

  1. Muddle the basil leaves in the bottom of a shaker.
  2. Add the everything but the ginger beer.
  3. Shake vigorously.
  4. Strain your delicious Texas mule into a glass.
  5. Top with ginger beer.
  6. Garnish with more basil leaves.
  7. Add a straw, sip, and repeat.
Overhead view of a moscow mule made with tequila.

💭 Tips for success

Expert Tip: Grate some fresh ginger in the bottom of the shaker and muddle along with the basil for extra ginger flavor. Be sure to strain out.

  • If you like it a little spicier garnish with a couple of jalapeno slices.
  • Crushed ice keeps this tequila cocktail icy cold - but regular ice cubes are fine.
  • Fresh basil leaves are pretty but you can garnish with lime, a peach slice, jalapeno or anything you like.
  • Ginger beer and tequila taste great without the other ingredients in a pinch.
  • Gingerale can stand in for the ginger beer.

👩🏻‍🍳 Frequently asked questions

Here are the questions I am most frequently asked about this recipe.

What is a tequila mule?

When a mule cocktail is made with tequila it's called a Mexican mule. It's usually some combination of tequila and ginger beer with lime or other citrus.

Which ginger beer is the best?

That depends on your love of ginger! I prefer Reed's Jamaican Extra Ginger, but other possibilities are Bundaberg, or FeverTree.

Do copper cups keep drinks colder?

Scientifically they do not, however they are traditional.

Equipment

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If you can handle the feeling of copper then these copper mugs are perfect to serve the Texas Mule cocktail in!

This Barsmith Honey Ginger Syrup can be used in place of the simple syrup to add more ginger flavor to your Texas Mule.

This is truly one of my favorite summer cocktails. It's uniquely spicy and sweet - if you love this recipe please give it a 5 star rating. Thanks!

A Mexican mule made with tequila on a table.

📖 Recipe

texas mule cocktail
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Texas Mule Cocktail

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Whether you call it a Texas mule or a Mexican mule, this sweet and spicy tequila and ginger beer cocktail is a delicious twist on the classic Moscow mule.
Course Cocktail
Cuisine American - Southern
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 3 minutes
Servings:1
Calories:323
Author:Marye Audet-White
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Equipment Needed

Ingredients

  • 2 sprigs basil, or mint
  • 2 ounces reposado tequila
  • 1 ounce peach schnapps
  • 1 ounce simple syrup
  • ½ ounce lime juice
  • 2 dashes hot sauce
  • 4 ounces ginger beer, or to fill glass
  • ice

Instructions

  • Muddle the basil leaves in the bottom of a shaker.
  • Add the tequila, peach schnapps, simple syrup, lime juice, and hot sauce.
  • Add ice and shake vigorously for a minute or so.
  • Add ice to an on the rocks glass.
  • Strain the tequila mixture into the glass.
  • Top with ginger beer.
  • Garnish with more basil leaves.

Notes

Expert Tip: Grate some fresh ginger in the bottom of the shaker and muddle along with the basil for extra ginger flavor. Be sure to strain out.
  • If you like it a little spicier garnish with a couple of jalapeno slices.
  • Crushed ice keeps this tequila cocktail icy cold - but regular ice cubes are fine.
  • Fresh basil leaves are pretty but you can garnish with lime, a peach slice, jalapeno or anything you like.
  • Ginger beer and tequila taste great without the other ingredients in a pinch.
  • Ginger ale can stand in for the ginger beer.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 323kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 31mg | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 211IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Iron: 1mg

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    First published 6/10/2016. Last updated 12/16/20 for better user experience.

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    About Marye

    With a 40 year focus on the importance of family and a passion for southern comfort food, Marye Audet-White is an expert in melding the two together effortlessly. Marye's a NY Times Bestselling author with 10 cookbooks under her belt and her recipes have been featured in Good Housekeeping, Country Living, Today, House Beautiful, Texas Living, Food & Wine, and many more.

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