The Mid-Winter Mule

• Produce

  • 1 Lime, wedge

• Condiments

  • 1/2 oz Cinnamon simple syrup

• Baking & Spices

  • 7 Cinnamon stick
  • 1/2 cup Turbinado raw sugar

• Drinks

  • 4 oz Ginger beer

• Beer, Wine & Liquor

  • 2 oz Bourbon

• Liquids

  • 1/2 cup Water

• Other

  • 1 Ounce pimm's no.1

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Description

Ingredients

• 2 ounces bourbon
• 1 ounce Pimms No.1
• 1/2 ounce cinnamon simple syrup (recipe below)
• 4 ounces ginger beer
• Lime wedge for garnish
• Cinnamon stick for garnish
• 1/2 cup turbinado (raw) sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 6 cinnamon sticks

Directions

• Mule:  Add the bourbon, Pimms No.1, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker. Add a handful of ice to the shaker. Give the mixture a few vigorous shakes.  Transfer the mixture to a copper mug filled with crushed ice. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with a lime wedge and cinnamon stick.  Cinnamon Simple Syrup:  Add sugar and water to a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer; continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.  Take the saucepan off the heat and add the cinnamon sticks. Cover the pot and allow the mixture to sit overnight. Strain the mixture. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.