Fizzy | Citrus | Sour
Mexican Mule
Tequila-based variation of the Moscow Mule that swaps vodka for agave character and adds brighter citrus expression
Spicy · Ginger
Ginger Beer
Carbonated Mixer|Mixers|Non-alcoholic|Originally Caribbean and UK, Global
Ginger beer is an essential lengthening mixer that adds spice refreshment and structure to long drinks and highballs
Ginger beer brings bright ginger heat light sweetness and crisp carbonation making it ideal for Moscow Mule style cocktails and spirit forward highballs
Flavor Profile
Sweetness
Medium
Bitterness
Low
Acidity
Low
Body
Medium
Taste
SpicyGingerRefreshing
Aroma
Fresh GingerZestLight Caramel
Texture
Medium
Known For
Classic Cocktails
Moscow MuleDark And StormyEl Diablo
Modern Cocktails
Modern HighballsSpicy Long Drinks
Signature Serves
Highball Serves
Pairings
Pairs Well With
VodkaRumTequila
Recommended With
LimeMintBitters
Avoid Pairing With
Cream Based Ingredients
Substitutes
Substitute With
Ginger Ale
Non-Alcoholic Alternatives
Non Alcoholic Ginger Beer
stronger ginger flavor and less sweetness than ginger ale
Serving Tips
Add last to preserve carbonation and freshness
Storage Tips
Store chilled for best effervescence and spice impact
Buying Tips
Choose high ginger content ginger beer for stronger cocktail structure
Mix it into something
Cocktails made with Ginger Beer
About Ginger Beer
What Does Ginger Beer Taste Like?
Spicy warming ginger forward with refreshing carbonation
How It Is Made
Produced by brewing or carbonating water with ginger sugar and natural flavorings
How To Use Ginger Beer in Cocktails
Use to lengthen highballs and add spice to refreshing cocktails
Best For
Highballs mules and spicy refreshing serves
A Bit of History
Ginger beer originated as a fermented ginger drink and evolved into a carbonated mixer used in modern cocktail culture