The Moscow Mule is a certified classic — but swap the vodka for tequila and suddenly you've got something with a little more personality and a lot more flavour. Meet the Mexican Mule: everything you love about the original (the ginger beer kick, the lime brightness, the copper mug moment) dialled up with the earthy, sun-baked agave character of Lunático Tequila. It's the cocktail your patio didn't know it was missing — until right now.

Ingredients

2 oz Lunático Tequila
½ oz fresh lime juice
4–5 oz ginger beer
Ice
Lime wheel, for garnish
Fresh mint sprig (optional)

How to Make It

Fill a copper mug or highball glass with ice — the colder, the better, so don’t be shy about it. Add Lunático Tequila and fresh lime juice, then top with ginger beer. Give it a gentle stir to bring everything together without knocking out the fizz. Garnish with a lime wheel and a mint sprig if you’re feeling fancy (you are). Sip. Immediately plan your next one.

Tasting Notes

Bright and citrusy upfront, with a satisfying ginger beer kick that lingers just long enough to be interesting. The earthy agave notes from Lunático cut right through and give this mule a depth that vodka simply can’t offer. Refreshing in the way that only applies to cocktails consumed outdoors in warm weather.

Make It Spicy 🌶️

Add 2–3 thin slices of fresh jalapeño. Muddle lightly with the lime juice before adding the tequila and ginger beer. The heat from the jalapeño plays brilliantly against the sweet ginger and cuts through the agave — it’s the kind of upgrade that makes guests think you’ve been bartending for years.

Garnish Ideas

Lime wheel — non-negotiable
Candied ginger — doubles as a snack, honestly
Mint sprig — for aroma as much as aesthetics
Tajín rim — the Mexican-inspired twist that earns the most compliments

Love a good tequila cocktail? Try our Paloma Recipe or browse the full Lunático Tequila collection. Order online and get it delivered anywhere in Ontario — Maverick Distillery has been crafting and delivering great Ontario spirits since 2009. Free shipping on orders over $150, and $20 off your first order.