Pyongyang Spiced Soju Smash

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A vibrant and spicy Korean-inspired soju cocktail with fresh lime, ginger, and a touch of heat, perfect for a bold night in. This Korean recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together soju, 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 130 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.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 130 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a shaker, muddle 2 jalapeño slices and 4 cilantro leaves gently to release flavor.
  2. Step 2: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz soju, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 3/4 oz ginger syrup.
  3. Step 3: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until well chilled.
  4. Step 4: Double strain into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice.
  5. Step 5: Top with 1 oz club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a thin lime wheel and a small sprig of cilantro on top.

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