CARDAMOM MOSCOW MULE

Cardamom Moscow Mule

INGREDIENTS

• 2 ounces vodka

• 1/2 ounce lime juice

• 4 ounces cardamom ginger ale

• Lime wheel and pinch of ground cardamom for garnish

• Cardamom Ginger Ale

• 2 teaspoons of finely grated ginger

• 5 cardamom pods

• 1/2 cup evaporated cane sugar

• 1/2 cup water

• 1 cup sparkling water

INSTRUCTIONS

Peel and finely grate the ginger. Set aside.

Crack open the cardamom pods and grind the seeds using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle. Set aside.

Add sugar and water to a small saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves.

Add ginger and ground cardamom and simmer for 10 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.

Once the syrup has cooled, strain through a fine mesh strainer.

Transfer to a large jar or bottle and add sparkling water.

Keep the ginger ale chilled in fridge while you make the rest of your drink.

To make the cocktail

Fill your cup halfway with ice. Add the vodka, lime juice, and cardamom ginger ale, then top off the remainder of your cup crushed ice.

Cut a lime wheel and lay it on the top of the cocktail for garnish.

Sprinkle a little ground cardamom on top of the cocktail for some added spice.

Enjoy this delicious version of a classic in a copper cup!