Barsys
The Back Nine Mule
About
The Back Nine Mule is the cocktail that plays as smoothly as your best drive down the fairway. It’s a lighter, brighter spin on the classic Moscow Mule - swapping lime for lemonade to bring an extra hit of freshness and tang. Then comes the ginger beer, cutting through with its signature spice, and vodka steps in as the clean, smooth base that ties it all together.
This isn’t your average mule. It’s a crisp, golden refresher built for long afternoons, slow games, and good company. Every sip starts with a burst of citrus, eases into the ginger’s heat, and finishes with that satisfying sparkle that makes it hard to put down. Whether you’re celebrating a birdie or shaking off a bogey, the Back Nine Mule is the ultimate “19th hole” companion - simple, spirited, and perfectly sessionable.
Shaken or Stirred? Built and stirred. Keep it easy - just layer, stir, and sip.
What You'll Need
For one Back Nine Mule:
- 2 oz Vodka
- 3 oz Lemonade
- 2 oz Ginger Beer (manual top-off)
Optional Garnish: Lemon wheel or mint sprig
Pro Tip: Use fresh lemonade for the cleanest citrus flavor, and don’t over-stir - let the carbonation keep it lively.
How to Make It
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Skill Level: Easy and refreshing
- Fill a copper mug or highball glass with ice.
- Pour in vodka and lemonade.
- Stir gently to blend.
- Top with ginger beer.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel or mint sprig.
Using Barsys Cocktail Maker?
With Barsys Coaster 2.0 Cocktail Maker, this mule is as consistent as your best swing. Load vodka and lemonade, let Barsys handle the ratios, then top with ginger beer manually. Perfect pour, every time - crisp, balanced, and tee-ready.
For the full recipe, download the Barsys App.
Tasting Notes
The Barsys Edge
Balance is everything in this cocktail - too much lemonade and it’s sweet; too much ginger beer and it’s overpowering. Barsys nails the perfect mix every time, so you can focus on your game, not your ratios.
Sip Setting
Made for golf days, post-round hangs, or sunny weekends where the only thing that matters is keeping the drinks cold and the mood easy.
Garnish Game
Keep it simple with a lemon wheel, or go for a sprig of mint for a refreshing, aromatic lift.
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FAQs
Can I use flavored vodka?
Absolutely - try citrus or ginger vodka for a fun twist.
What’s the best ginger beer to use?
Choose one with a real bite, like Fever-Tree or Q Mixers. It keeps the cocktail lively.
Can I batch this for a crowd?
Yes! Mix vodka and lemonade in a pitcher, chill, and top with ginger beer in each glass before serving.
Is it sweet?
It’s balanced - tart from the lemonade, lightly sweet, and perfectly spiced from the ginger beer.
What if I don’t have ginger beer?
Swap for ginger ale for a milder, sweeter version - still delicious, just softer on the spice.