I’ve been on a serious ginger beer kick lately and I can’t stop pouring it into everything. That spicy, zippy fizz just wakes up any cocktail and makes it sing. I’ve gathered 17 of my favorite ginger beer cocktails here, from classic mules to fruity sangrias, and I think you’re going to fall completely in love.
1. Foghorn Cocktail
If gin makes your heart sing, the Foghorn Cocktail is about to become your new favorite. Born in New York City, this fragrant, fizzy drink puts gin right in the spotlight. I recommend grabbing Old Tom or London dry gin, both work like a dream with that gingery snap.
2. Moscow Mule
If I had to pick just one drink that lets ginger beer shine in all its glory, it’s the Moscow Mule. It’s a simple, fizzy mix of vodka, spicy ginger beer, and fresh lime that delivers a bold little kick.
I love how the lime and mint tie everything together in the most refreshing way. Crisp and classic, it’s absolutely irresistible.
3. Ginger Beer Blood Orange Cocktail
There’s something about blood oranges that makes any cocktail feel extra special. Pair that with ginger beer and you’ve got a duo that everyone will love. This Ginger Beer Blood Orange Cocktail is simply bursting with juicy blood orange goodness.
4. Ginger Beer Margaritas
I never expected to add ginger beer to a margarita, and now I honestly can’t drink one without it. That effervescent sparkle lifts the sweet, citrusy flavors into something totally irresistible. Skip the bottled mix and use fresh lime and simple syrup instead, it makes everything incredibly crisp and refreshing.
5. Apple Cider Irish Mule
Autumn hits and I immediately crave a spice riddled Apple Cider Irish Mule. The combination of Irish whiskey, apple cider, and zippy ginger beer feels so soothing and wonderfully comforting. I love to garnish it with fresh apple slices and a cinnamon stick for an elegant touch, all served in a chilled copper cup to keep things extra cold.
6. Skeleton Key
The Skeleton Key took its name from that striking rusty color in the glass. Smooth bourbon meets fragrant St. Germain elderflower liqueur and lively ginger beer, all finished with a dash of bitters. I think it’s the most festive little treat to serve at a Halloween bash, no tricks, just pure cocktail magic.
7. Ginger Beer Paloma
Something about a pink cocktail always screams fun, and this Ginger Beer Paloma is the perfect one to
8. White Wine Ginger Beer Sangria
When you need a fizzy, fruity batch cocktail for a gathering, this White Wine Ginger Beer Sangria is the answer. It looks spectacular in a pitcher and tastes even more sensational. Bubbly ginger beer and sparkling white wine mingle with a heap of fresh fruit and a homemade ginger simple syrup that’s purely divine.
9. El Diablo
El Diablo is a Mexican cocktail with a personality all its own. The smoothness of reposado tequila and the tanginess of crème de cassis pair so beautifully with the boldness of ginger beer. A twist of lime brightens everything up, and a little garnish of blackberries adds the prettiest fruity flair.
10. Mexican Tequila Mule
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The last mule I have to mention is the Mexican Tequila Mule. If tequila is your spirit of choice, you absolutely can’t miss this one.
Ginger beer and fresh lime juice are a flawless match for tequila, and while the recipe is foolproof, the real secret lives in your choice of ginger beer. Some brands lean sweeter, others bring the heat. If you crave spicy, I suggest reaching for Q Ginger Beer.
11. Irish Mule
An Irish Mule gives the classic Moscow Mule a cozy Irish spin by reaching for Irish whiskey instead of vodka. Note that spelling, “whiskey” with an ‘e’, which is what sets it apart from Scotch whisky.
I lean on Jameson here because it pairs beautifully with a snappy, feisty ginger beer. Smooth and warm, it’s just so lovely.
12. Horsefeather Cocktail
The name Horsefeather might sound a little quirky, but trust me, this drink is nothing short of delicious. It combines whiskey, ginger beer, lime, and a few dashes of aromatic Angostura bitters that mellow acidity and pull all the flavors together. If you ever wondered, that name is just what Kansas calls a whiskey mule.
13. Blueberry Buck Whiskey Cocktail
A buck simply teams up a spirit with ginger beer and citrus, and this blueberry twist takes things over the top. Fresh blueberries and blueberry juice add a fruity pop that I find so playful.
You can go with Irish, Scotch, or bourbon whiskey, just make sure it’s top shelf. I can absolutely see this becoming my go-to summer sip, the one I’d nurse around a campfire with my favorite people.
14. Ginger Rickey
This Ginger Rickey is a fresh, exciting twist on the classic gin Rickey. I shake gin with bright cranberry juice and then float bubbly ginger beer right on top.
Every sip lands somewhere fruity and floral, with a tangy, fizzy finish. It makes a lovely holiday sipper you can serve individually or in a big pitcher, and if cranberry isn’t your thing, try pomegranate or pear juice instead.
15. Pimm’s Cup
A Pimm’s Cup is the kind of cocktail that pulls you in and quietly turns you into a craft drink believer. It’s wonderfully easy to make but looks so fancy thanks to all those colorful, playful fixings. Just pour Pimm’s No.1 and a quality ginger beer into a tall glass and you’ve got something special.
16. Dark and Stormy
If you want an easy cocktail that delivers big, bold flavor, the Dark and Stormy is a perfect place to start. It’s basically a Moscow Mule that swaps vodka for dark rum, and that rich, robust rum is the ideal partner for a full-bodied ginger beer. Deep and moody, it’s ridiculously good.
17. Kentucky Mule
I can’t talk about all the amazing mules out there without giving the Kentucky Mule a shoutout. This three ingredient stunner calls for Kentucky bourbon and a ginger beer that strikes the ideal balance of bold and bright, like Powell & Mahoney. Simple, satisfying, and so easy to love.