Coconut Free Paleo Moscow Mule
A classic Moscow Mule is one of those cocktails that feels instantly refreshing, and this paleo-friendly version delivers every bit of that sharp, zingy satisfaction. The secret is a quick homemade ginger syrup made with fresh sliced ginger and honey — it's worlds more vibrant than any store-bought ginger beer, and you control exactly what goes into it. Bright lime juice, clean vodka, and chilled sparkling water round out the glass for a drink that's crisp, lively, and genuinely hard to put down. Many commercial ginger beers and cocktail mixers sneak in unexpected additives or sweeteners, so making your own syrup from scratch keeps things clean and simple. The steeping process is low-effort and fills your kitchen with the most incredible spicy-sweet aroma before you've even poured a drop. Served over ice in a copper mug with a mint sprig and a wedge of lime, it looks as good as it tastes — perfect for a warm evening or whenever you want a cocktail that feels a little special without a lot of fuss.
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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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