Authentic Ginger's bolder cousin. We start with the same mountain of organic Peruvian ginger root, then layer in Japanese, Habanero, and Serrano chilies for a syrup with real warmth and depth. The result is a Moscow Mule with noticeable kick, a Whiskey Ginger with backbone, and a homemade ginger ale that's a little more interesting.
Stir an ounce into vodka and lime, top with sparkling water, and you've made a mule with real character. Splash it into bourbon for a Spicy Ginger Whiskey that turns up the volume on a classic. Add it to mezcal for cocktails with smoke and warmth. For non-drinkers, mix 1 oz with 6 oz sparkling water and a squeeze of lime — a craft ginger soda with a satisfying kick.
Tasting Notes: bright Peruvian ginger, layered chili heat (Japanese, Habanero, Serrano), peppery warmth, lingering finish
The Short Version: A bolder ginger syrup made with whole organic Peruvian ginger root and a layered chili blend — for Moscow Mules and ginger drinks with real warmth and depth.
Ingredients: Filtered water, organic ginger juice, organic cane sugar, habanero peppers, serrano peppers, Japanese chilies, organic ginger concentrate, citric acid.
Perfect For: Spicy cocktail enthusiasts, Moscow Mule loyalists who want more heat, mezcal drinkers, ginger fanatics, and anyone who finds Authentic Ginger a little too tame.
Best Enjoyed In: Spicy Moscow Mules (1 oz syrup + 1.5 oz vodka + lime + sparkling water), Spicy Whiskey Gingers, mezcal sours, hot ginger sodas (1 oz + 6 oz sparkling water + lime), or stirred into hot tea with honey for a ginger-and-honey cold remedy.
The Portland Syrups Promise: Ethically sourced, carefully brewed, and bottled in glass jars right here in SE Portland, Oregon.
Get Inspired
- A bold Spicy Ginger Whiskey for cold-weather sipping
- A modern Spicy Ginger Martini for evening cocktails
- A bittersweet Spicy GINger Negroni with a kick
- A creamy Spicy Ginger Cold Brew for adventurous coffee mornings
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long does the syrup last after opening?
A: Our syrups are shelf-stable for 24 months unopened. Once opened, refrigerate and enjoy within 6 months.
Q: What's the difference between Spicy Ginger and Authentic Ginger?
A: Same brewing process, same Peruvian ginger base — different heat. Authentic Ginger uses Japanese chilies for a moderate, ginger-beer-style warmth. Spicy Ginger turns the dial up with Japanese, Habanero, and Serrano chilies for a layered, slow-building warmth that lingers. If you want a Moscow Mule with kick, choose Authentic. If you want a Moscow Mule with more backbone, choose Spicy.
Q: How spicy is Spicy Ginger?
A: It has a real kick — noticeably warmer than commercial ginger beer or our Authentic Ginger — but it's not hot-sauce intense. Most people read it as "comfortably spicy, like a good ginger beer with extra warmth that lingers." The ginger flavor still leads, with the heat building in the finish. If you enjoy spicy margaritas or a strong ginger ale, you'll be at home. If you prefer almost no heat, our Authentic Ginger is the lighter end of the ginger spectrum.
