Muddled Ginger-Mint Mojito
A refreshing and zesty mojito with a spicy ginger kick and fresh mint, perfect for summer gatherings. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together White rum, Fresh lime juice, Simple 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 210 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 White rum
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.75 oz Simple syrup
- 10 Fresh mint leaves
- 4 thin slices Fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
- 2 oz Club soda
- 1 cup Crushed ice
- 1 Lime wheel
- 1 Mint sprig
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a sturdy mixing glass, gently muddle 10 fresh mint leaves with 4 thin slices of peeled ginger and 0.75 oz simple syrup to release the mint oils and ginger flavor.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz white rum and 1 oz fresh lime juice to the muddled mixture.
- Step 3: Fill the glass with 1 cup crushed ice and stir briskly for 15 seconds to chill and combine.
- Step 4: Pour the mixture into a tall Collins glass, topping with 2 oz club soda for a light fizz.
- Step 5: Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a lime wheel on the rim for a bright presentation.
