Ginger Mojito

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A refreshing Ginger Mojito adds a unique twist to the classic Cuban cocktail by introducing a healthy kick of ginger. It’s zesty, tangy, and lightly sweetened.

Two Ginger Mojitos garnished with lime and mint.

You’ve likely had a mojito at some point when out for dinner or drinks. The mint, lime, simple syrup, and rum create an easy to sip, refreshing cocktail. Replacing the plain simple syrup with a ginger infused simple syrup kicks the cocktail up a few notches.

A mojito is particularly refreshing during the summer, but this is a cocktail that can be enjoyed any time of the year. And, if you enjoy experimenting with mojito flavors, you’ll also want to check out this Melon Mojito or these fruit infused mojitos.

Elevate your next happy hour with an easy-to-make and super tasty ginger mojito. Let’s get mixing, shall we?

FAQs:

What’s the best rum for mojitos?

While you can use any rum you like in a mojito, opt for a Cuban rum if you’d like to go more traditional. Personally, I prefer the clean taste of a light rum for mojitos.

What’s in a ginger mojito?

You have your traditional rum, mint, and lime—with the addition of a ginger infused simple syrup. These ingredients are topped off with club soda. Some people also opt to use ginger ale or ginger beer in place of the club soda.

Is rum or vodka better for a mojito?

While rum is the traditional choice, you’ll definitely see mojitos made with vodka, gin, and even tequila on specialty drink menus.

Ingredients:

Rum: A light rum pairs best with the ginger flavor.
Lime: Adds a fresh, tart flavor.
Mint: Makes this cocktail bright and refreshing.
Ginger simple syrup: Adds a touch of sweetness and a light kick.

How to Make a Ginger Mojito:

Begin by slicing a lime in half through the stem ends. Slice into half moons.
Add the rum, 4-5 mint leaves, and 4 lime slices. Lightly muddle the mint and lime with the liquor. Strain into a glass of ice, then top with simple syrup and club soda. Stir gently to combine ingredients.
OR, muddle the mint and limes with rum in a highball glass, then add ice. Top with ginger simple syrup and club soda, and shake gently. It’s simply a personal preference if you want to keep the muddled mint and lime in the cocktail or not.

Muddling the lime and mint in a highball glass. — Muddle the rum, lime, and mint.

Hand pouring simple syrup into mojito. — Muddle the rum, lime, and mint.

Recipe Tip:

Be gentle when you muddle the mint and limes. You want to muddle them just enough to release the juice from the limes. If you pulverize the mint leaves too much, you’ll release the bitter-tasting chlorophyll, in turn creating a bitter tasting cocktail.

Make a Pitcher of Mojitos:

(serves 8)

Add the rum, ginger simple syrup, limes, and mint leaves to a pitcher, and gently muddle the ingredients together. A pitcher version works best if you strain out the mint and lime after muddling.
Top with club soda. If not serving immediately, wait to top with club soda until just before serving.
To serve, fill a highball glass with ice, then top with the mojito mixture. If you didn’t strain the mint mixture, give the glass a light shake or gentle stir to mix the lime and mint through the cocktail. Garnish with a fresh lime wheel and mint sprig.

Skip the Alcohol and Make a Ginger Mojito Mocktail:

It’s super easy to turn this cocktail into a mocktail. Simply omit the rum, and prepare the drink as instructed. Depending on the size of your glass, you may want to add a bit of extra club soda and simple syrup.

Two mojitos garnished with lime wheels and mint sprigs.

Serving Suggestions:

Garnish with a lime wheel and fresh mint sprig if desired.
I like to have some easy snacks or appetizers for guests when hosting a happy hour. Some tasty options to serve with mojitos include: Shrimp Ceviche, Mango Salsa, Pineapple Pico de Gallo, Cowboy Caviar, or Fiesta Black Bean Dip. Just set out a bowl of tortilla chips, and let your guests dip away.

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Ingredient Substitutions:

Silver rum: Some people enjoy a mojito with vodka or tequila instead of the rum.
Club soda: Gingerale or ginger beer are also good options.
Ginger simple syrup: You can find ginger juice in specialty shops or online. You’ll need to taste to see if you want to add sweetener.

Recipe Notes:

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Ginger Mojito

Yield: 1 cocktail

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

A refreshing Ginger Mojito adds a unique twist to the classic Cuban cocktail by introducing a healthy kick of zesty ginger.

Ingredients

For a single cocktail:
2 ounces white rum
1 ounce ginger simple syrup
4 ounces club soda
2 lime wheels (plus more for garnish)
6-8 mint leaves (plus more for garnish)
For a pitcher:
16 ounces white rum (2 cups)
8 ounces ginger simple syrup (1 cup)
32 ounces club soda (4 cups)
16 lime wheels (plus more for garnish)
60 mint leaves (plus more for garnish)

Instructions

For a single cocktail:

Begin by slicing a lime in half through the stem ends. Slice into half moons.
Add the rum, 4-5 mint leaves, and 4 lime slices. Lightly muddle the mint and lime with the liquor. Strain into a glass of ice, then top with ginger simple syrup and club soda. Stir gently to combine ingredients.
OR, muddle the mint and limes with rum in a highball glass, then add ice. Top with ginger simple syrup and club soda, and shake gently. It’s simply a personal preference if you want to keep the muddled mint and lime in the cocktail or not.

For a pitcher (serves 8):

Add the rum, ginger simple syrup, limes, and mint leaves to a pitcher, and gently muddle the ingredients together. A pitcher version works best if you strain out the mint and lime after muddling.
Top with club soda. If not serving immediately, wait to top with club soda until just before serving.
To serve, fill a highball glass with ice, then top with the mojito mixture. If you didn’t strain the mint mixture, give the glass a light shake or gentle stir to mix the lime and mint through the cocktail. Garnish with a fresh lime wheel and mint sprig.

Notes

Be gentle when you muddle the mint and limes. You want to muddle them just enough to release the juice from the limes. If you pulverize the mint leaves too much, you’ll release the bitter-tasting chlorophyll, in turn creating a bitter tasting cocktail.