Sesame Free Paleo Moscow Mule
A classic Moscow Mule is one of those drinks that feels instantly festive, and this paleo-friendly version delivers every bit of that zingy, refreshing punch without any of the usual store-bought shortcuts. The real star here is the homemade ginger syrup — fresh ginger simmered with honey and water creates a fragrant, lightly sweet base that blows any commercial ginger beer out of the water. Bright lime juice and chilled sparkling water round everything out, giving you that signature fizz and citrus kick in every sip. Because every ingredient is whole and straightforward, there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or allergen cross-contact — what you see in the pot is exactly what ends up in your glass. The process is genuinely simple: make the syrup, let it cool, strain it, and build your drink over ice. A sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge on the rim make it look like something you'd pay twelve dollars for at a craft cocktail bar. Whether you're hosting a crowd or just treating yourself on a Friday night, this one is hard to beat.
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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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