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    Home » Recipes » Drinks and Cocktails

    By Kaleigh McMordie - May 21, 2018, Updated September 28, 2020

    Kombucha Mule (Cocktail or Mocktail)

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    Enjoy a cocktail with probiotic benefits! This gingery kombucha mule is a gut-healthy version of the refreshing Moscow Mule (alcoholic and non-alcoholic version).

    kombucha mules

    I don't know about you, but by month 9 of my pregnancy, I'm about in need of a cocktail! Mama's, weigh in - what month did your desire for a drink return? I've been ready for one since about month 8. Before that, alcohol just didn't sound appealing in the least. But now that summer is approaching, a cold cocktail has been starting to sound great!

    kombucha mule

    I'm almost there, and in the meantime, I can enjoy the refreshing kombucha mule (sans alcohol, of course) as a festive substitute for a classic Moscow mule. And you can enjoy the full alcoholic version (if that's your thing) to reap the benefits of probiotic-rich kombucha in a delicious cocktail!

    I love a good Moscow mule, so when I read this month's Recipe ReDux theme, Probiotic Cocktails and Gut-Health Mocktails, I was super excited to make a gut-healthy twist on the Moscow mule. I knew a fizzy, ginger-flavored kombucha would be the perfect probiotic-rich swap for ginger beer.

    kombucha mules

    Not only does kombucha have probiotics that are beneficial for your gut health, thanks to the fermentation process, but it is also lower in sugar than most mixers, including ginger beer. That's a double win for a healthier cocktail! I used my favorite brand of kombucha, Holy Kombucha, in Green Apple Ginger flavor, giving this mule just a bit of apple kick that tastes delicious with granny smith apple and mint garnishes.

    And since kombucha has so much flavor, it makes a delicious mocktail, too! Just in case you're waiting for a precious baby, like me, or you just prefer not to drink. A kombucha mule is much more fun than my standard club soda with lime that I've been sipping the past 9 months.

    kombucha mule

    Try a kombucha mule for yourself, with or without vodka, for a delicious twist on a Moscow mule with some gut-friendly benefits! For more probiotic cocktails and mocktails, head to the Recipe ReDux linkup for some of my colleagues' creations.

    If you made this recipe, please leave a star rating in the comments!

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    Kombucha Mule (Cocktail or Mocktail)

    kombucha mule
    Print Recipe

    Enjoy a cocktail with probiotic benefits! This gingery kombucha mule is a gut-healthy version of the refreshing Moscow Mule (alcoholic and non-alcoholic version).

    • Author: Kaleigh
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 1 drink 1x
    • Category: cocktail
    • Method: no cook
    • Cuisine: American

    Ingredients

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    • Crushed ice
    • ½ ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
    • 2 ounces vodka (I like Tito's)
    • 4 ounces ginger-flavored kombucha (I used Holy Kombucha's Green Apple Ginger flavor)
    • For garnish: lime wedge, mint sprig, and/or slice of granny smith apple

    For mocktail version:

    • Crushed Ice
    • ½ ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
    • 4 ounces ginger-flavored kombucha
    • For garnish: lime wedge, mint sprig, and/or slice of granny smith apple

    Instructions

    1. Fill a mule mug with crushed ice.
    2. Add vodka (if using) and lime juice. Top with kombucha and stir with a long cocktail spoon.
    3. Garnish with lime wedge, mint, and/or a slice of granny smith apple.

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    About Kaleigh McMordie

    Kaleigh McMordie, MCN, RDN, LD, is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian in Abilene, Texas, as well as a member of the Baby Led Weaning Dietitians Network. Kaleigh can be found at kaleighmcmordie.com.

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    1. Serena Ball says

      May 21, 2018 at 8:19 am

      Love all the ginger kombuchas out there. This is perfect for every one of them.

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      • Kaleigh says

        May 22, 2018 at 1:57 pm

        Thanks Serena!

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