A carrot ginger refresher cocktail is a bright and unique drink. It brings together the sweet taste of fresh carrots with the spicy kick of ginger.

This cocktail is easy to make at home and offers a refreshing twist on classic mixed drinks. The flavors are simple, clean, and honestly, perfect if you’re itching to try something a bit different.

I love making this cocktail when I want a drink that feels both healthy and flavorful. The natural sweetness of carrot plays really well with the sharpness of ginger and a little hit of citrus.

If you’re looking for a new recipe to impress guests or just want to enjoy a light, flavorful drink, this is a great choice.

Carrot Ginger Refresher Cocktail Recipe

This drink mixes fresh carrot juice, spicy ginger, and a touch of sweetness for a balanced, vibrant flavor. I like how simple it is to make—just a handful of easy-to-find ingredients and a few tools.

John

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size

Equipment

Juicer or fine mesh strainer (for carrot juice)
Cocktail shaker with lid
Jigger or measuring spoon
Citrus juicer or reamer
Fine mesh strainer (for shaking out pulp)

Sharp knife and cutting board
Highball glass (or any tall glass)
Spoon: For stirring.
Ice cubes

Ingredients

2 oz fresh carrot juice about 2 large carrots

1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice about 1/2 lemon
1 oz ginger simple syrup see notes
1.5 oz vodka
Ice cubes
Club soda to top about 2 oz
Lemon wheel or carrot ribbon for garnish

Fresh mint sprig for garnish

Instructions

Peel and chop carrots, then juice them or blend with water and strain to get 2 oz of juice.
Juice half a lemon to get 1 oz juice.
Add carrot juice, lemon juice, ginger simple syrup, and vodka (if using) to the shaker.

Fill shaker with ice, cover, and shake well for 15 seconds.
Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.
Top with club soda and gently stir.

Garnish with a lemon wheel, a carrot ribbon, and a mint sprig.
Serve immediately while cold.

Notes

For ginger simple syrup, I use equal parts sugar, water, and fresh ginger. Simmer 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup sugar with a 3-inch piece of peeled, sliced ginger for 10 minutes.

Let it cool and strain before using. You can skip the vodka for a mocktail.

If you want extra spice, toss a thin slice of ginger into the shaker. Use fresh carrot juice for the best color and flavor.

Bottled carrot juice can work, but honestly, it’s usually less vibrant. Store ginger syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Always serve the cocktail over plenty of ice for the most refreshing taste.

Tasting Notes

When I take my first sip, the drink tastes fresh and bright. The carrot juice gives a gentle sweetness that stands out right away.

I notice a hint of earthy flavor from the carrot. It’s not strong, but it lingers softly on my tongue.

The ginger adds a warm, slightly spicy kick. It’s not too hot—just enough to make the cocktail more lively.

I enjoy the balance between sweet and spicy. The citrus in the drink gives it a sharp and clean finish.

What I taste, in order:

First: Sweetness from carrot
Then: Light heat from ginger
Last: Crisp citrus notes

The drink feels smooth, not too thick. It leaves my mouth feeling clean and cool after each sip.

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Substitute

Sometimes, I just don’t have all the ingredients for the Carrot Ginger Refresher Cocktail. When that happens, I lean on a few easy substitutes to keep things simple and still pretty tasty.

For Carrot Juice:

Fresh-squeezed orange juice is what I grab for a sweeter, milder vibe.
If I’m out of carrots, store-bought veggie juice works in a pinch.

Every now and then, pumpkin juice is a fun switch-up—why not?

For Ginger:

Ground ginger powder stands in for fresh ginger; I use about 1/4 teaspoon.
Ginger syrup or even ginger ale is nice if I want to tone down the spice.

For Alcohol:

Vodka’s great, but sometimes I swap in rum or gin for a twist.
Honestly, if I’m not feeling the booze, I just skip it and splash in more juice.

Carrot Ginger Refresher Cocktail Recipe