Citrus-Spiced Rum Cooler with Fresh Ginger

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-13 · Updated 2026-07-13

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A refreshing rum cocktail featuring zesty citrus and a warm ginger kick, balanced with subtle spice and sweetness. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together white rum, fresh lime juice, and ginger syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 160 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz white rum
1 oz fresh lime juice
3/4 oz ginger syrup
2 dashes orange bitters
2 oz club soda
1 thin fresh ginger slice
as needed ice cubes

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Instructions

Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz white rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 3/4 oz ginger syrup.
Step 2: Add 2 dashes of orange bitters to the shaker. Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
Step 3: Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Step 4: Top with 2 oz of club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine without losing fizz.
Step 5: Garnish by placing a thin slice of fresh ginger upright on the rim of the glass, allowing the aroma to enhance the drink.