Ginger-Mint Vodka Mojito
A refreshing mojito variation with a spicy ginger kick and cooling mint, brightened by fresh lime juice and crisp vodka. This Caribbean-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh lime juice, 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 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" 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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.75 oz ginger syrup
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 2 oz club soda
- 1 cup crushed ice
- 1 piece lime wheel for garnish
- 1 piece mint sprig for garnish
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 10 fresh mint leaves and 0.75 oz ginger syrup into a sturdy glass. Gently muddle the mint with the syrup for 10 seconds until fragrant but not shredded.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 1 cup crushed ice to the glass.
- Step 3: Stir gently to combine the ingredients and chill the drink.
- Step 4: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir once more to integrate.
- Step 5: Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of fresh mint before serving.
