This easy Tennessee Whiskey Mule Recipe combines Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey, Ginger Beer, and Fresh Lime Juice.

Tennessee Whiskey Mule

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This Whiskey Mule is an excellent twist on a classic Moscow Mule made with vodka.

If you like Moscow Mules, check out our Tequila and Kentucky Mules made with bourbon. We will soon have a Blue Mule with blue curaçao and an Orange Mule in our lineup for more fun twists.

The base cocktail using ginger beer and lime is so much fun to adapt to the seasons and what sounds good. My husband is a massive fan of high-quality bourbon whiskeys, so much so that I bought him a Waterford crystal decanter for Christmas to store his favorite bourbon or whiskey.

I am waiting to see which one he chooses to fill the decanter.

Until then, I surprised him by making a batch of these Tennessee Mule Drinks one afternoon while we were cleaning out our emails and making a plan for this year. It was tedious work, and this refreshing cocktail was the perfect cold drink.

Did you know they now sell Moscow Mules in cans at the grocery store? I have yet to try one since it is so easy to whip up a fresh cocktail at home, and I know it will taste amazing. I worry about premade cocktails since you can't adapt them to your favorite flavors.

It is easy to make this cocktail without any shaking or stirring required.

Ingredients

Here is a quick overview of the simple ingredients needed to make an epic Tennessee Whiskey Mule! The printable recipe card at the bottom of the post includes specific measurements and step-by-step instructions.

Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey or your favorite Tennessee Whiskey
Ginger Beer
Lime Juice
Crushed Ice

Optional: Lime Wedge for Garnish

Great Tennessee Whiskeys include Jack Daniels, George Dickel, Rollins, Corsair, or Uncle Nearest. You do not need to use a super expensive whiskey since it is getting mixed with the ginger beer and lime. A great mid-priced whiskey is perfect for this cocktail. We love finding new whiskeys while visiting local distilleries.

Optional - Mint Leaves. You can muddle mint leaves to add additional flavor to this Moscow mule recipe. You can add a few drops of aromatic bitters to change up the flavor.

Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice is going to taste the best but you can use Rose's Lime Juice if you don't have any fresh limes available.

Equipment Needed

Moscow Mule Mug - The copper mugs are the perfect way to make this twist on a Moscow Mule. They keep the drink cold and look fantastic. You can use a highball glass if you don't have copper mugs.
Jigger
Bar Spoon

We really suggest buying a couple of copper mugs so you have them. It is well worth picking a couple of them up to enhance your Moscow Mule cocktails.

How to Make a Tennessee Whiskey Mule

I've included complete instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, but here's a quick version.

Add ice to a copper mug. Add in Tennessee whiskey, lime juice, and ginger beer. Stir with a bar spoon.

Garnish with lime wedge.

Preparation and Storage

Make Ahead + Storage:

We do not suggest making a Whiskey Mule beforehand or storing any leftovers. Ginger beer is a carbonated beverage that, like soda, goes flat quickly, so you want to enjoy it while it is fresh.

Recipe Variations

Substitutions:

Great Tennessee Whiskeys include Jack Daniel’s, George Dickel, Rollins, Corsair, and Uncle Nearest. Since this cocktail mixes ginger beer and lime, you do not need a super expensive whiskey. A mid-priced whiskey is perfect. We love finding new whiskeys while visiting local distilleries.

Fresh-squeezed lime juice will taste the best, but you can use Rose's Lime Juice if you don't have any fresh limes available.

We use Irish Whiskey to make an Irish Mule and bourbon to make a Bourbon Mule Recipe, also known as a Kentucky Mule Recipe

Vegetarian + Vegan Option:

A Tennessee Whiskey Mule made with Jack Daniel’s may not be vegetarian or vegan, as the distillery may use animal-derived ingredients in the production process.

The other ingredients are typically vegetarian and vegan, so you can replace the whiskey with your favorite animal-friendly Tennessee whiskey to make it vegetarian and vegan.

Gluten-Free:

All ingredients in this Whiskey Mule, including Jack Daniel’s, are safe for a gluten-free diet.

Alcohol-Free Option:

Replace the Jack Daniel’s with an NA alternative Tennessee whiskey to make alcohol-free Whiskey Mules.

Larger Group/More Servings:

You can make this cocktail pitcher-style by combining all ingredients except ginger beer in a pitcher. When it’s time to serve, stir the mixture with a bartending spoon to recombine them and have ginger beer available so everyone can top off their mugs.

Sugar-Free:

The written recipe contains 10 grams of sugar per serving, with the final content depending on your mixers. Look for a ginger beer with no added sugars to make sugar-free Whiskey Mules.

Tips for the Best Tennessee Whiskey Mule

To add more flavor to this Moscow mule recipe, muddle mint leaves or add a few drops of aromatic bitters.
We suggest buying a couple of copper mugs so you have them. It is well worth picking up a couple to enhance your Moscow Mule cocktails.
Add or decrease the whiskey in this mule recipe to fit your needs.
Ginger beer is different from ginger ale. Using ginger ale will change the flavor of this cocktail.
Find this recipe and our Moscow Mule Variations in our Ginger Beer Cocktails collection.

What to Serve with a Tennessee Whiskey Mule

The Whiskey Mule replaces vodka with Tennessee whiskey for a Moscow mule with a Southern twist! Here are some Southern-inspired menu planning suggestions to make it a meal.

Sides: Broccoli Casserole, Apple Stuffing, Funeral Potatoes, BLT Pasta Salad, Jiffy Cornbread with Sour Cream, Sweet Potato Casserole with Canned Yams, Southern Style Green Beans