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Blood Orange Mexican Mule

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With only four ingredients, this blood orange Mexican mule is incredibly flavorful and so refreshing. It’s the perfect drink for summer using fresh blood orange juice and your favorite tequila.

blood orange mexican mule in a copper mug

What is a Mexican mule?

A version of a traditional Moscow mule made with vodka, lime juice, and ginger beer, a Mexican mule is the exact same but with tequila in place of vodka.

What does blood orange taste like?

Blood oranges have a rich and deep raspberry color which closely mimics its flavor. They have a more mellow and sweet orange flavor with a subtle hint of raspberry.

How to make a blood orange Mexican mule

Only four ingredients are needed for this recipe:

  • Tequila or Mezcal
  • Fresh Lime Juice
  • Fresh Blood Orange Juice
  • Ginger Beer (regular or sugar free)

All ingredients are mixed in a copper mug and served over ice. For the best flavor, I highly recommend using fresh citrus!

This recipe also works with either tequila or mezcal, myself being impartial to the latter. Whichever you choose, I always suggest a clean version without any artificial added flavors.

My personal favorite blanco tequila is Espolon Tequila and my favorite mezcal is Madre Espadin Mezcal.

blood orange mexican mule garnished with a blood orange slice

Does a Mexican mule have to be served in a copper mug?

While a copper mug is traditional to any mule cocktail, it is not manditory. Feel free to use any cocktail glass you like!

Mexican mule garnish

Top your refreshing Mexican mule with a blood orange slice, mint sprigs, and a sprinkle of tajin.

To keep everything in place, I like to use cocktail picks for my garnish! The tajin also adds another delicious layer of flavor to this drink.

holding a mexican mule mug

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RECIPE: 3/4oz lime juice, 2oz blanco tequila or mezcal, 3oz fresh blood orange juice, ~3oz ginger beer (reg or zero sugar). This cocktail is so light and refreshing yet so flavorful. I hope you enjoy!

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blood orange mexican mule in a copper mug

Blood Orange Mexican Mule


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  • Author: Jenna Barnard
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cocktail
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Mexican mule is the perfect summer drink! Fresh blood orange juice makes this cocktail light and sweet with a subtle hint of raspberry. Only four ingredients is all you need to make this refreshing drink.


Ingredients

Blood Orange Mexican Mule

  • 2 oz blanco tequila or mezcal
  • 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
  • 3 oz fresh blood orange juice
  • 3 oz ginger beer (regular or zero sugar)

Garnish

  • Blood orange slices
  • Mint
  • Tajin

Instructions

Blood Orange Mexican Mule

  1. Fill a copper mug with ice.
  2. Add the tequila, lime juice, and blood orange juice.
  3. Top with the ginger beer and stir.
  4. Garnish with a blood orange slice, fresh mint, and a sprinkle of tajin.
  5. Enjoy!

Notes

MOCKTAIL – For an alcohol-free version, swap the tequila with zero proof tequila or club soda.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: Stirred
  • Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
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  1. Jenna!! This sounds amazingggg! Mules are my favorite and this looks so good!! Also blood oranges are so delicious. Just yesterday I was looking for a recipe for a blood orange ice cream and found one that I’m going to make. So excited! Thanks!