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Tropical Journeys is proud to be one of the region’s leading tour operators providing first class experiences to both the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest.

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Our original rainforest and Ultimate zipline tours are currently closed for maintenance. Our team have created more half and full day options to bring you up close with the Daintree Rainforest!

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Our original Daintree Tour takes you on an adventure through ancient rainforests of the Daintree. Our mission is to showcase some of the highlights of this incredible natural wonder by walking through the Daintree National Park, Mossman Gorge and exploring the waterways rich in flora and fauna on a river cruise. Suitable for ages 7 years + and is a full day tour.

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Combine the best of the original Daintree Rainforest tour with a zipline tour through the trees. Tour includes the guided walk, river cruise, air conditioned vehicle and the zipline experience. Suitable for ages 4 years + and is a full day tour.

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Enjoy the Daintree in a whole new way with our Ultimate Daintree zipline tour. Our guides will take you past all the beautiful sights of the Daintree rainforest and Cape Tribulation including an amazing zipline experience with our friends from Treetops Adventure.

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Enjoy interpretive rainforest walks, lush lunch site, estuarine crocodile and wildlife spotting on Cooper Creek and, of course, friendly and knowledgeable local guides with Daintree Tours.

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“ Sandra Mclaren “ We had an amazing day, our guide Ben is fantastic, so knowledgeable, lots of talking and laughing. Food was great, very comfortable tour bus couldn’t ask for any better. Highly recommend this service if you want to know about this beautiful part of our country. ”

“ Lisa Bakker “ We just had a fantastic time yesterday with Ben, our tour guide. We learnt so much, laughed a lot, soaked up the beauty of the Daintree, met local characters, one who showed us crocs from his boat. It was like visiting an old friend who’s showing you around the local area. The best tourism is when you feel like you’re an interim part of the community and Ben did just that! It was the best way to start our holiday and we highly recommend this tour! ”

“ Ross Beamish “ We just had a fantastic time yesterday with Ben, our tour guide. We learnt so much, laughed a lot, soaked up the beauty of the Daintree, met local characters, one who showed us crocs from his boat. It was like visiting an old friend who’s showing you around the local area. The best tourism is when you feel like you’re an interim part of the community and Ben did just that! It was the best way to start our holiday and we highly recommend this tour! Thank you Daintree Tours and in particular Ben for putting together a great tour. ”

“ Eloise Barker-Re “ We had the best day out today with Ben our extremely informative and knowledgable tour guide! and a lovely guy. We highly recommend this trip, it’s suitable for all ages and ticks all the boxes. We had a lovely lunch followed by a dip in the creek which was bliss! Then locally made ice-cream what more could you want. Thanks so much! ”

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Deluxe Safaris 4WD Daintree Rainforest tours take visitors to the most diverse areas within the World Heritage Listed Daintree & Cape Tribulation rainforests.

Each day tour caters to the discerning traveler who requires that ‘special experience’. A range of comfortable & luxurious 4WD vehicles is used for the Daintree & Cape Tribulation rainforest safaris.

Deluxe Safaris explore timeless worlds including coastal & lowland rainforests, upland monsoon forests, and riverine all frequented by unique birds & rare butterflies. Visit Cape Tribulation – that special place ‘where the rainforest meets the reef’. A short walk up the Kulki Track gives you a splendid view of the beach, rainforest, and inshore coral reefs.

The Deluxe Safaris tour guides have extensive experience in this amazing area and enjoy sharing these natural wonders with you.

Brief Description: With Deluxe Safaris you will explore one of the last true remaining rainforest wilderness areas. Locally owned and operated Deluxe Safaris travels daily from Port Douglas to the World Heritage Daintree and Cape Tribulation rainforest. Discover a timeless world of splendor, with birds, butterflies, and amazing lowland rainforest areas, only found in today’s World Heritage regions. The Deluxe Safari guides have an extensive naturalist experience in this amazing area and enjoy sharing these natural wonders with you.

Child Policy: 8-14 yrs inclusive (under 8 they advise you to use the private charter options)

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Daintree Rainforest Guide For Visitors

Situated just north of Cairns, Queensland, the Daintree Rainforest is a region of superlatives. At an estimated 180 million years old, it’s the world’s oldest continuous living tropical rainforest and is home to the Eastern Kuku Yalanji people, one of the world’s oldest living cultures. Within a roughly 460 square mile area, you’ll find some of Australia’s rarest species, including tree kangaroos, cassowaries, and spotted-tailed quolls. It’s also the only place in the world where two UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites meet, thanks to the neighboring Great Barrier Reef.

But what gets lost in these marketing slogans is this: The Daintree isn’t just ecologically and culturally significant—it’s also a stunningly beautiful place to visit. You can while away your days watching electric blue Ulysses butterflies flit through the air; swimming under the rainforest canopy through crystal clear cascades; drifting over colorful coral reefs; or digging for mud crabs alongside an Aboriginal guide.

With its authentic cultural tours, innovative culinary offerings, and incredible wildlife experiences, you’ll leave understanding why the Daintree is one of Australia’s most beloved—and truly extraordinary—destinations.

About the Daintree Rainforest

Where is the Daintree Rainforest?

The Daintree Rainforest is a tropical rainforest on the northeast coast of Queensland, Australia, north of Mossman and Cairns.

Daintree Rainforest facts

• The Daintree is the world’s oldest continuously growing tropical rainforest, at an estimated 120 to 180 million years old. That makes it up to 80 million years older than the Amazon rainforest and the closest modern-day counterpart for ancient Gondwana forests.
• The Daintree has greater biodiversity than the Galapagos . It covers an area of less than 0.2per cent of Australia but contains 60per cent of the country’s butterfly species, 40per cent of its bird species, and 30per cent of its marsupial species.
• Much of the Daintree is part of the Wet Tropics of Queensland, a UNESCO World Heritage area. With the Great Barrier Reef right next door, it’s the only place in the world where two UNESCO World Heritage Sites are located side-by-side.
• The Daintree Rainforest receives roughly 10 feet of rain every year, typically between December and April.

Daintree Rainforest animals

The Daintree is known for its remarkable biodiversity and primitive species of plants and animals. Hundreds of bird species have been recorded in the area, with cassowaries being arguably the Daintree’s most famous resident. Head north of the Daintree River to increase your likelihood of seeing one. This is also the stomping ground for rare Bennett’s tree kangaroos, which live high in the canopy. Crocodiles can be found throughout the region but are most frequently spotted along the banks of the Daintree River.

Daintree Rainforest plants

As the oldest rainforest on earth, the Daintree boasts 920 species of trees , along with species of plants that have been in existence since before dinosaurs roamed through Gondwana. Of the world’s 19 primitive flowering plant species, 13 can be found here, including the idiot fruit, one of the rarest plants in the world. Ancient king ferns can also be found, along with 1000-year-old bull kauris, which reach the rainforest canopy at 150 feet tall. (A word of caution: As you explore, take care to avoid the heart-shaped leaves of the stinging “gympie-gympie” tree; accidentally brushing against them can result in months of excruciating pain.)

When to visit the Daintree Rainforest

The Daintree is a year-round destination, with a few key considerations:

Daintree Rainforest climate

It’s an age-old joke that’s never actually funny: You should expect rain in the rainforest. Tropical North Queensland is named such because during the summertime (roughly October to April) temperatures regularly skyrocket above 85ºF, with accompanying humidity. During the wet season, the area’s many waterfalls rush with fresh rainfall.

If heat isn’t your thing, rest assured that you’ll still be able to comfortably swim during the winter (roughly May through September). Considered the dry season, this is when humidity drops, but daily temperatures still average in the mid-70s.

Wildlife watching and stinger season

If wildlife watching is your priority, it pays to be aware that it can be more difficult—although not impossible—to spot crocodiles between the months of December and April. In addition to nesting during this period, the heat means they’re more likely to stay hidden in the depths of the water in a bid to keep cool.

Cassowaries (giant colorful flightless birds that live in the rainforest) can be seen year-round. But summer is when their chicks hatch, which increases your chances of watching them learn to find fruit under the careful tutelage of their dads, who care for the young.

Finally, if a visit to the Great Barrier Reef is on your itinerary—and it should be—“stinger season” (when jellyfish congregate in high numbers, elevating the risk of being stung) runs from October to May. However, most dive and snorkel companies require that guests wear provided “stinger suits” as a precaution year-round anyway. This also doesn’t affect your ability to swim at the beach since this is also off-limits year-round, thanks to crocs.

School holidays

Australians love exploring their own backyard, so the Daintree gets significantly busier during the school holidays. Peak season is December and January during the summer holidays, but there are also two-week breaks throughout the year, typically in April, July, and September.

How to get to the Daintree Rainforest

Cairns Airport is the regional hub for Tropical North Queensland, and the closest airport to the Daintree. It’s serviced by international, local and regional airlines, including Qantas, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand and Singapore Air.

How to navigate the Daintree Rainforest

One of the country’s best road trips, the paved roads of the Daintree wind northward along Australia’s east coast and through the rainforest. Apart from Daintree National Park , the exact boundaries of the Daintree aren’t precisely defined, but most would agree that the first major entry point is the Mossman Gorge, just outside the town of Mossman.

The seaside resort town of Port Douglas isn’t technically in the Daintree, but it’s become the default destination thanks to its proximity (it’s about 20 minutes from Mossman) and range of hotels and restaurants.

Meanwhile, Cape Tribulation (about three hours north of Cairns and roughly 90 minutes north of Port Douglas) is the place for a more remote and back-to-nature setting. To access Cape Tribulation, visitors must take a car ferry across the Daintree River , which runs continuously from 5am to midnight. However, queues for the 15-minute crossing can be long during peak periods. For journeys north of Cape Tribulation village, a 4WD vehicle is needed to navigate the unsealed roads, which have steep grades and deep creek crossings.

Alternatively, it is possible to visit the Daintree on a private tour departing from Cairns or Port Douglas.

How long to visit the Daintree Rainforest?

The resort town of Port Douglas—a major gateway to both the Daintree and the Great Barrier Reef—is just over an hour’s drive north of Cairns, making it entirely possible to visit the region on a day trip. But to do so means potentially missing out on aspects of the Daintree’s ecology, rich culture, and rare wildlife.

At a minimum, we recommend spending two nights either in Port Douglas, Mossman, or surrounds. This affords enough time to do a tour of the Mossman Gorge within the Daintree Rainforest, as well as a day trip to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. However, if you want to see crocs or cassowaries, you’ll need to head further north to Cape Tribulation. The off-the-grid destination is synonymous with wildlife, lush rainforest, and unspoiled beaches—but it can only be accessed via a car ferry, which necessitates an extra night or two.

About Daintree National Park

The formal boundaries of Daintree National Park , located within the wider Daintree rainforest area, comprises two sections: Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation. In 2021, the park was formally handed back to the traditional landowners, the Eastern Kuku Yalanji people, who manage the area in partnership with the Queensland government.

The official visitor center for the Daintree is the Mossman Gorge Centre . Like most other national parks in Australia, there are no entry fees. However, there is a charge for shuttles buses into the Mossman Gorge. (Visitors on foot or bike can enter for free.) As this is a remote area, mobile reception may be limited or non-existent, particularly in Cape Tribulation.

For maps, camping areas, and trail systems, visit Queensland Parks .

What to do : Daintree Rainforest tours

Walk through the rainforest with a kuku yalanji guide.

The starting point for any visit to the Daintree should be the Mossman Gorge Centre, where a Dreamtime Walk will provide you with an introduction to the culture and history of the Kuku Yalanji people. Over 90 minutes, an Indigenous guide will lead you through a smoking ceremony and introduce you to the native bush food and medicine that can be found in the rainforest.

If you’re looking for a more immersive experience, sign-up for a half or full-day excursion with Walkabout Cultural Adventures , a First Nations-owned company. In addition to a guided walk along the Mossman Gorge, where you’ll sample bush foods, you can try your hand at digging for mud crab, throwing a spear and a boomerang, or collecting shellfish.

Those looking to go even deeper—both in terms of cultural engagement and into the rainforest—can take a helicopter tour into a remote section of the Daintree. After a 30-minute flight over the tree canopy, you’ll meet Kuku Yalangji Elder CJ, who will share his life story and traditional knowledge of the land alongside a fresh barramundi lunch. The experience is capped off with Back Country Bliss’ trademark River Drift Snorkeling Tours on the croc-free Mossman River. The fun yet serene experience includes bobbing over rapids, snorkeling for freshwater fish, and gently floating on a raft beneath the rainforest canopy.

Take a crocodile cruise

Save for crystal clear waterways like the Mossman River, the streams and oceans of the Daintree are unsafe to swim or even wade in, thanks to the resident crocodiles. You can learn more about their habitat and behavior on a guided crocodile cruise on the Daintree River. Several operators depart from near the car ferry, but one of our favorites is Solar Whisper , the river’s only zero-emissions operator. The electric boat not only benefits the environment, it’s also deadly silent, allowing you to get that much closer to crocodiles and other wildlife, including birds, snakes, and frogs.

Birders and photographers, however, may prefer a guided sunrise and sunset bird-watching tours. Nature guide Murray Hunt will help you get the best shot of the river’s unique wildlife aboard a hybrid vessel.

Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef

The Daintree is one of the best jumping-off points for snorkeling or diving on the Great Barrier Reef. Port Douglas is situated closer to the Outer Reef than Cairns, with smaller boats and less crowded snorkeling sites. On a luxury catamaran, for example, you’ll be just part of a small group exploring the coral cays of the Mackay Reef, where you’ll swim alongside turtles, over giant clams, and alongside schools of colorful fish. On-board marine biologists will help you identify what you’re seeing before you sail back to Port Douglas in the setting sun with a glass of bubbly in hand.

Where to stay

Silky oaks lodge.

Silky Oaks Lodge has long been one of the most coveted destinations in the Daintree region—but its recent purchase and AUD$20 million refurbishment by Baillie Lodges has elevated it to the next level. The new owners have kept the lodge’s most beloved features (including the hammocks, which can be found outside each room) while taking everything else up a notch. The main lodge is now more fully enveloped in its rainforest setting, with an open-air restaurant that looks out onto the Mossman River below. Meanwhile, the individual treehouses now boast luxe outdoor soaker tubs and outdoor fireplaces, while the brand-new two-bedroom Daintree Pavilion features its own pool and open-air lounging area.

Guests can spend their lounging days poolside, swimming at private beaches on the Mossman River, or exploring the surrounding region, with a range of excursions such as expeditions to the Great Barrier Reef, Aboriginal-led rainforest tours, helicopter flights to hidden waterfalls, and art workshops. Stays at Silky Oaks are all-inclusive, including morning yoga, breakfast, evening cocktails and canapes, shuttle services, and multi-course dinners with wine pairings. explore our Daintree Rainforest Guide for more information.

Further afield: Thala Beach Nature Reserve

Roughly a 30-minute drive south of the Mossman Gorge, this accommodation is much-loved for its natural setting. The family-owned retreat is situated within 145 private acres adjacent to the secluded Oak Beach. The privately situated suites and bungalows are nestled within the native forest, but it’s the on-site experiences—such as star gazing tours and guided talks from local experts—that set this family-friendly accommodation above. Learn more about the Daintree Rainforest here.

Where to eat

With its tropical climate, the Daintree produces a bounty of fresh seafood (including barramundi and tiger prawns), exotic fruits (such as sapote and soursop) and “bush tucker” or wild foods (including Davidson’s plums, green ants, and mud crabs).

The region’s best restaurants combine these three elements, often with Asian cooking techniques, resulting in dishes that are intrinsically connected to the place. There aren’t many restaurants directly in the Daintree—most are in Port Douglas.

Nautilus has been the restaurant of choice for visiting dignitaries for over 65 years. But this open-air dining destination isn’t trapped in time. Instead, head here for the contemporary and seasonal degustation menus featuring fresh seafood and local produce. Most dietary restrictions are catered for (vegetarian, pescatarian, seafood-free, and gluten-free menus are available) if arranged in advance.

“Modern Australian” is a culinary term that may seem difficult to define, but Zinc’s menu encapsulates it well. Here, food is cooked over a custom-built grill fueled by native hardwoods and local charcoal, which enhances the flavors of the region’s best seafood and produce. Expect dishes such as sticky pork belly, barramundi in a coconut curry, or pork loin from the nearby Atherton Tablelands. Gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options are available.

Harrisons may be situated within the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, but it’s not your standard hotel restaurant. This Port Douglas mainstay is the town’s most nationally awarded restaurant, with chef Spencer Patrick (who has worked at Michelin-starred restaurants) and his wife, Reina Patrick, at the helm. Beautifully plated meals include lamb shoulder with cucumber and mint, north Queensland squid spaghetti, and scallops with fried seaweed.

La Cucina + Bar

If you’re stuffed to capacity on seafood—or want your seafood with a side of pasta – La Cucina is a modern Italian restaurant where you can order everything from a traditional pizza to locally caught prawns. Don’t miss La Cucina’s famous spaghetti, which comes served with chili mud crab.

Port Douglas Markets

While not a restaurant as such, it would be remiss not to mention the Port Douglas Markets, where hundreds of vendors gather on the waterfront every Sunday. One of the best markets in north Queensland, this is where you’ll find locally-grown produce, refreshing juices and smoothies, freshly baked goods, coffee, and food truck treats.

The Treehouse Restaurant

Guests go to Silky Oaks for the surrounds (hidden in the rainforest, from the restaurant, you can hear the sound of the Mossman River running below) but leave raving about the food. Fortunately, you don’t have to be staying at the lodge to experience the meals that chef Mark Godbeer creates from the on-site kitchen garden. The Treehouse Restaurant is open to non-guests from noon until 2:30 pm daily (bookings are essential). Menus change seasonally, but you can expect shared dishes heavily influenced by Asian flavors and ingredients, such as kingfish tataki, tempura reef fish, and tropical sorbets.

WHET & Daintree Fan Palm Farm

Once you cross the Daintree River into Cape Tribulation, dining options thin out considerably (just over 100 people live here). For lunch or a casual dinner, head to WHET . Set beside the beach and surrounded by the rainforest, this is the spot to order fresh fish and chips (made with pan-fried barramundi) or a vegetarian Buddha bowl. Given the restaurant’s remote location, bookings are essential.

Looking to stock up on snacks for your road trip? Swing by the Daintree Fan Palm Farm for supplies. In addition to serving coffee and simple snacks (such as savory hand pies and sausage rolls), the organic food store sells fresh produce, dried goods, and local dairy products. An on-site boardwalk provides access to ancient trees, giant fan palms, and a seasonal swimming hole.

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At Tony’s Tropical Tours, we feel privileged to live, work, play, learn and explore every day on Kuku Yalanji country and we acknowledge the Eastern Kuku Yalanji people as the true and traditional custodians of our beautiful region. We also feel privileged to spend time to visit Bar Barrum, Girramay, Gugu Badhun, Jirrbal, Malanbarra, Dulebed, Mamu, Ngadjon, Yidinji and Wurrungu countries.

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In this post, we discuss the Rum Mule, a delicious twist on the classic Moscow Mule. We also share the top 7 Rum Mule recipes to try today. Let's get started!

Introduction

In 1941, in a bar in New York, the famous Moscow Mule was invented. Since then, there have been hundreds of variations of the drink made across the world. One of these is the Rum Mule. This variation is based on the original mule cocktail but substitutes vodka for rum as its base alcohol. 

The Rum Mule is said to have first been made in Bermuda, just after the end of the First World War. Its main ingredients are dark rum, ginger beer, and lime juice. With this amazing cocktail people who prefer rum to vodka now have a perfect alternative if they’re looking for an interesting twist to the classic Mule. 

How the Rum Mule is Made 

To make a Rum Mule, you will need a shaker, highball glass, muddler, and a bar spoon. The original drink was served in a highball glass, but you can choose to use a copper mug, in true Mule fashion. 

Besides the basic ingredients - which are ginger beer, lime juice, and rum - ice and simple syrup can also be used. Other ingredients, such as fruits, can be added to introduce preferred flavors and aromas. If you wish, you can use ginger ale instead of ginger beer. 

Choosing Between Ginger Beer and Ginger Ale

Ginger beer or ale is the base of any Moscow Mule variation. Both are ideal for the perfect cocktail; however, they have differences that affect the final outcome in terms of flavor. Ginger beer has a longer history than ale, having been introduced in the mid-1700s in England. Ale came around much later in the mid 19th century, originating from Ireland. 

In terms of production, ginger beer is fermented, a process that leaves it with a small alcohol content. It’s made with a mix of ginger, water, lemon juice, and sugar. Ale, on the other hand, can be defined as carbonated water or soft drink flavored with ginger. Ginger beer has a stronger, spicier taste, and is, therefore, more effective at balancing alcoholic and citrus flavors in mixed drinks. 

Ginger ale has a mellow ginger flavor that will introduce a sweetness to your cocktail. It contains no alcohol and is lighter in color compared to the beer. Whichever you choose to go with, you can expect to benefit from effects such as suppression of nausea and improved gut health. 

To learn more about the difference between ginger beer and ginger ale, see our complete blog post on the subject. In addition, to learn how to make your own ginger beer, check our our complete guide here .

7 Rum Mule Recipes to Try Today

Dark ‘n stormy cocktail.

This is the simplest Rum Mule recipe, as it only requires three basic ingredients. For the best results, use high-quality ginger beer and dark rum. 

Prep Time: 5 minutes Serves: 1

Ingredients:

• 4 ounces ginger beer
• 2 ounces dark rum

Instructions:

• In a glass, combine ginger beer and rum. 
• Add ice and stir.

Spiced Rum Mule

This cocktail uses spiced rum, which is essentially rum that contains caramel colorings and spices. Therefore, if you prefer a spicy flavor for your Mule, this is one variation you should definitely try. 

• 1.5 ounces spiced rum
• 4 ounces ginger ale 
• In a highball glass, muddle lime and mint. 
• Add the ginger ale, rum, and ice into the glass.
• Stir then garnish with mint sprig and lime wheel.

The Cuban Mule

If you love the sweet Cuban mojito, then you may want to try its Rum Mule variation. To do that, you need to switch your white rum for the dark type. Also, you should do away with the soda water and use ginger beer instead.

Ingredients

• 1½ ounces dark rum
• 1 teaspoon cane sugar
• ½ lime wedge
• 12 spearmint leaves 
• Muddle the spearmint leaves, cane sugar, and lime wedge in a tall glass. 
• Add ginger beer and rum. 
• Stir the mixture. 
• Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves. 

Rum Mule with Simple Syrup

This recipe makes use of simple syrup, which is an alternative to granulated sugar. The simple syrup dissolves more easily and provides a thicker texture. To make your simple syrup at home, mix equal parts of sugar and water then heat them. Cool the syrup once the sugar dissolves, store it in a glass container, and then refrigerate. You can use it for the next two to three weeks. 

• 6 ounces ginger beer 
• 2 ounces rum
• ½ ounce lime juice 
• 3 mint sprigs 
• Splash of simple syrup 
• Lime for garnishing 
• Pour the rum, ginger beer, simple syrup, and lime juice into a shaker. 
• Add ice and mint leaves, then mix well. 
• Serve in a copper mug. 
• Garnish with lime wedges and mint sprigs. 

Puerto Rican Rum Mule

Puerto Rican rum is the main ingredient in this recipe. Rum from Puerto Rican distilleries makes up the largest percentage of rum consumed in the U.S., thanks to its renowned high quality. Choose your favorite brand of Puerto Rican rum to make this cocktail. 

• 1 ounce Puerto Rican rum
• 2 ounces ginger beer, chilled
• 2 lime wedges 
• 2 dashes aromatic bitters 
• Mint sprig 
• Add ice into a copper mug then squeeze in fresh lime juice. 
• Pour in ginger beer and rum.
• Top with bitters and stir. 
• Garnish with mint sprig 

Strawberry Rum Mule

If you love fruit-infused cocktails, then the Strawberry Rum Mule is a must-try.

• 25ml lime juice
• 2 teaspoon sugar
• 5 strawberries, ripe 
• Ginger beer
• Dash of bitters
• 1 strawberry, to garnish 
• Muddle ripe strawberries in a shaker, then add lime juice, rum, sugar, and bitters. 
• Add cubed ice into a highball glass, then strain the mixture into it. 
• Top with ginger beer. 
• Garnish with strawberry. 

Apple Cider Rum Mule

Try the Apple Cider Rum Mule  for a boost of phytochemicals that can reduce your risk of developing asthma, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and some types of cancer. 

Prep Time: 5 minutes Serves: 2

• 1 ounce dark rum
• 2 ounces cinnamon-infused whiskey 
• 4 ounces apple cider
• 12 ounces ginger beer
• Apple slices, to garnish 
• Put ice in copper mugs. 
• Add ginger beer, apple cider, whiskey, and rum into mugs and mix. 
• Garnish with apple slices. 

How to Choose Rum for Your Mule Cocktail

While ginger beer or ale is the common ingredient in every Moscow Mule variation, rum is the main ingredient here. Rum is an alcoholic beverage made from fermenting sugarcane molasses or juice. It’s clear that you have to choose a good quality rum for a great Rum Mule cocktail. To help you do that, you should  know about the different types of rum available. 

The following are the main types of rum:

• White Rum – Also known as light rum, this type is light-bodied and has a sweet flavor. It’s normally aged for at least a year. After aging, it’s filtered to remove color. Because of its mild flavor, it’s rarely taken alone and instead mostly used in cocktails. 
• Dark Rum – Dark rum is aged for a longer period compared to white rum, which gives it a spicier and stronger flavor. This type of rum is made from caramelized molasses and aged in charred barrels. The resulting color tone ranges from red to black, to brown. 
• Spiced Rum – While barrel-aged rum naturally obtains a spicy flavor, spiced rums have spices such as pepper, cinnamon, cloves, rosemary, and cardamom added to enhance the taste. Caramel is also added in some cases to intensify the flavor further. 
• Flavored Rum - Flavored rum is mostly used to blend tropical drinks, but it can also be enjoyed neat. This is rum that has been infused with the flavors of fruits such as pineapple, orange, banana, or lime. 
• Overproof Rum – While most rums have an alcohol content of 40 percent or less, overproof rum has a much higher percentage. Some have an ABV (Alcohol by Volume) of up to 80 percent.
• Gold Rum – Gold rum is medium-bodied and has characteristics of both dark and light rum. It has a stronger flavor than white rum but is less intense than dark rum. Gold rum has a dark amber color, which is as a result of being aged in wooden barrels. 

Choose Your Flavor

Flavor and alcohol potency are ideal benchmarks to consider when deciding what kind of Rum Mule to make. Using dark or overproof rum will give you a strong alcoholic base, while flavored and white rum will allow you to try less alcoholic and sweeter flavors.  Ingredients such as lime juice, mint, and fruits should be as fresh as possible to provide maximum taste and aroma. 

For an exceptional drinking experience, drink your Rum Mules in moderation. This will not only let you enjoy every sip and savor the flavors, but also bring about psychological health benefits such as improved cognitive performance and reduced stress. Studies have even shown that moderate alcohol consumption promotes euphoria and happiness. So, don’t forget to mix your favorite version of the Rum Mule the next time you’re hosting friends for a great time! 

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Tropical Pineapple Moscow Mule Recipe

July 23, 2019

Pineapple Moscow Mules are a tropical inspired mule recipe you don’t want to miss! Enjoy outside on a warm summer day and enjoy the sweet citrus fruits paired with the subtly spicy ginger beer! Perfection!

WARM SUMMER DAYS ARE MEANT FOR PINEAPPLE MOSCOW MULES

When summer is in full swing, pineapple just seems to hit the spot! Tropical inspired cocktails are simply more flavorful on a warm summer day than a cold December one. The flavors of both pineapple and lime pair well together for a sweet and zesty combination that is refreshing and delicious! Add in the ginger beer with a little bit of spice and you have a citrus Moscow mule cocktail you will love!

HOW TO MAKE A PINEAPPLE MOSCOW MULE

A classic Moscow mule recipe has three main ingredients: vodka, ginger beer and lime juice which makes it a super easy cocktail to make. This citrus version only has one more ingredient though for a total of 4. Still easy! In order to get the pineapple flavor for this mule, you will add pineapple juice in addition to the vodka, ginger beer and lime juice. I used plain vodka but you can also use a pineapple vodka for extra pineapple flavor if you find one. When you are ready to make this pineapple Moscow mule, all you need to do it pour all your ingredients together into a copper mug or other glassware over ice. Done! If you want to get your drink a little more chilled, you can also shake your juice and vodka in a cocktail shaker with ice before adding to your mug with ice and ginger beer.

HELPFUL ITEMS FOR MAKING MOSCOW MULES

You don’t need anything fancy to make a pineapple Moscow mule which is another reason it is a favorite of mine. I like having a basic bar set on hand because I tend to always measure my liquor with a jigger and also like having a dedicated stirrer on hand. Muddlers can also come in handy if I’m making a different Moscow mule like my Watermelon Mule where I muddle fresh watermelon to release the juices. Other than that, copper mugs is the only other item you might want to have on hand if you want to serve up Moscow mules in their classic barware! HAND HAMMERED 100% COPPER MUGS : This is probably my favorite set because in addition to coming with 4 hand hammered copper mugs, it also includes matching straws and shot glass! They are strong, sturdy and beautiful! Plus it comes with a limited edition brass handle!

3 PIECE BAR SET : If you are going to make simple cocktails, this is my favorite bar set. It has a jigger, a muddler, and a trident cocktail stirrer. This last one means it has a mini “spoon” shape on one end like a traditional stirrer and a forked shape on the other.  LARGE BAR SET : If you are going to be getting into more sophisticated cocktail recipes, including anything that needs to be shaken or strained, than I suggest upgrading to the full bar set. I love having everything on hand. You never know when you want to try something new! 

HERE IS MORE MOSCOW MULE RECIPE INSPIRATION:

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• RASPBERRY MOSCOW MULE
• PEACH MOSCOW MULE
• PINEAPPLE MOSCOW MULE
• MINT WATERMELON MOSCOW MULE
• CRANBERRY TANGERINE LEMONADE MOSCOW MULE

ENJOY YOUR TROPICAL PINEAPPLE MOSCOW MULE!

PINEAPPLE MOSCOW MULE RECIPE

Go tropical with this Pineapple Moscow Mule Recipe for a refreshing take on the classic! Make this perfect summer cocktail with pineapple juice, freshly squeezed limes, and spicy ginger beer!

Ingredients

• 1.5 ounces vodka (1 large jigger) - can use pineapple vodka if you find it! 
• 1.5 ounces of pineapple juice (1 large jigger)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (about a quarter of or half a lime)
• 4 ounces Diet Ginger Beer

Instructions

• Fill your copper mug or glass in a similar size with ice.
• Add your vodka and pineapple juice.
• Squeeze fresh lime juice into mug and toss the lime remnant into mug.
• Top off with ginger beer; about 4 ounces.
• Gently swirl it with stirrer and enjoy!

WHAT IF I WANT AN EVEN STRONGER PINEAPPLE FLAVOR?

If you want to add a stronger pineapple flavor or fresh fruit into the cocktail, you can do one of two things:

• Muddle 1/3 cup pineapple at the bottom of the mug as the first step. This works easier with very soft fresh pineapple or canned pineapple, OR
• Puree 1/3 cup pineapple in a blender. If making puree, you could use fresh or frozen pineapple.

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July 23, 2019 at 6:32 pm

These pictures look amazing! So pretty & so refreshing!

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July 23, 2019 at 6:12 pm

Now this is my kind of cocktail! I love a good Moscow mule and adding pineapple is the perfect addition!

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