Lupin Free Paleo Moscow Mule

Total time35 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.5

(19)

There is something undeniably refreshing about a Moscow Mule, and this from-scratch version takes the classic to a whole new level. The real star here is the homemade ginger syrup — fresh ginger simmered with honey and water creates a fragrant, lightly sweet base that puts any bottled mixer to shame. Squeezed lime juice keeps things bright and tangy, while chilled sparkling water brings the signature fizz without any mystery additives. Every ingredient in this drink is clean and straightforward, so you never have to second-guess what's actually in your glass. Lupin, a legume sometimes used as a filler or flour in processed foods and pre-made cocktail mixes, has no place here — this recipe builds everything from whole, simple ingredients. Serve it in a copper mug over plenty of ice with a sprig of fresh mint, and it looks as good as it tastes.

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Ingredients

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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