Low Sodium Paleo Moscow Mule
There is something deeply satisfying about a cocktail made entirely from scratch, and this Moscow Mule delivers that crisp, zingy refreshment without any of the mystery ingredients lurking in store-bought ginger beer. The homemade ginger syrup is the real star here — fresh ginger simmered with honey and water creates a fragrant, lightly sweet base that tastes infinitely more alive than anything from a bottle. Bright lime juice and a generous pour of vodka round everything out, while chilled sparkling water brings the familiar fizz you expect from this classic drink. Because every component is made from whole, unprocessed ingredients, you never have to second-guess what's actually in your glass. The copper mug presentation keeps things ice-cold and looks effortlessly impressive, whether you're hosting or just treating yourself on a Friday evening. A sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge on the rim take it from simple to genuinely stunning with almost no extra effort.
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2 servings
For the ginger syrup
- 1 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ cup water
For the cocktail
- 3 oz vodka
- 2 oz fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lime wedges (optional)
- 2 small sprigs fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sliced ginger, honey, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey dissolves. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–4 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and lightly syrupy. Remove from heat and let steep for 15–20 minutes, until cooled to room temperature.
- 2
Pour the cooled ginger mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl or jar, pressing the ginger slices to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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