The Mezcal Mule brings smoky agave character to the classic ginger-lime mule format — a sophisticated variation that plays well in premium bar programs and tasting menus.
Ginger Mule
Mezcal
5-Gal Keg
Prep 5 m
Total 10 m
Yield 5-Gal Keg (~106 servings)
Gas CO₂
The smoke from mezcal and the heat from ginger are a natural pairing. This batch delivers that combination consistently at keg scale without losing the delicate agave character.
Batch Method
- Add all spirits and concentrates to a clean 5-gallon Cornelius keg.
- Add remaining ingredients and top with cold filtered water to 5-gallon volume.
- Seal the keg and shake vigorously side to side for 2 full minutes.
- Carbonate using CO₂ charging stone method. See panel below.
- Refrigerate minimum 12 hours before first service.
- Serve ~6 oz over ice in appropriate glassware. Garnish as desired.
- Reshake twice daily to re-integrate settled ingredients.
Pro move: Use a lightly smoked mezcal — espadin is ideal. Heavily peated mezcal can overwhelm the ginger at batch scale.
🍺 CO₂ Carbonation — Carbonated Draft Cocktail
- Chill all ingredients to 36–38°F before batching (cold liquid carbonates better).
- Add all ingredients to a clean 5-gallon Cornelius keg. Seal tightly.
- Connect CO₂ "gas in" connector. Set regulator to 20–25 psi.
- Lay keg on its side and roll back and forth for 2 minutes to carbonate.
- Pull pressure release ring 30 times to purge and re-charge with CO₂.
- Refrigerate 24 hours before first service for best carbonation.
Full keg gas instructions: Keg Gas Instructions →
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🍺CO₂ carbonated — served fresh on draft
⚡Batch-ready for high-volume draft service
✨90-day shelf life · 106 servings per keg