The Caribbean Ginger is a Modern Classic rum cocktail balancing dark rum's depth with fresh ginger juice, pineapple, and lime. The standout element is freshly pressed ginger juice, which delivers bright, sharp spice that pre-made ginger beer cannot replicate.
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Shake well with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.
Mix and serve immediately. Ginger juice and lime juice are best used fresh; store extracted ginger juice in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
box grater · bar towel or cheesecloth · bar strainer · jigger
Shred fresh ginger (no need to peel) on the large holes of a box grater, wrap in a clean bar towel, and wring firmly over a bowl to collect the juice.
Ginger beer will change the drink's character—it adds carbonation and sweetness. Fresh ginger juice gives sharper, cleaner spice that defines this cocktail.
Aged Demerara rums are traditional; look for 5–12 year expressions. Avoid overproof rums unless you reduce the 2 oz measure.
Yes. Chill a coupe or rocks glass with ice water, then empty before pouring. This keeps the cocktail cold longer without dilution.
Yes. Multiply all ingredients by the number of servings, extract ginger juice ahead of time, and store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before mixing.
