A summertime classic, Strawberry Mint Mojito a fun twist on a traditional Mojito, the classic Cuban Cocktail. It's wonderful, refreshing and simple to make! Muddle the mint and berries, add the rum and top off the ice with club soda and you're ready for a sip!
This recipe is meant for people over 21 years old. Please drink responsibly.
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Strawberry Mint Mojito Ingredients
For the exact measurements, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- white rum - Also known as light or silver rum. You can substitute a dark rum, though it may slightly change the flavor. The main reason we're using white rum is that it doesn't change the color of the cocktail.
- what makes this a refreshing cocktail is the fresh berries and fruit - fresh limes, fresh strawberries, and garnished with a sprig of mint!
- club soda - the best substitute for club soda is seltzer. You can also use soda water.
- ice
Instructions
This is an photo overview of the instructions. For the complete instructions, scroll down to the bottom to the recipe card!
Enjoy! This Strawberry Mint Mojito Recipe is the perfect summer cocktail for warm weather.
Equipment
- Highball Glass or a tall glass typically used to serve a Strawberry Mojito.
- You'll also need a muddler, though you can also use the back of a wooden spoon if you are in a pinch.
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FAQ's
If the mint steeps in the cocktail too long the leaves can turn bitter
No, don't reuse the leaves, use fresh ones for each cocktail.
You don't have to use the best rum, get a good mixing rum like Bacardi.
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- Blue Ocean Cocktail is perfect for summertime!
- This Paloma Cocktail Recipe is always refreshing!
- The Last Word (yes that's what it's called!) packs a punch!
Here are some favorites if you're looking for more rum cocktail recipes!
- Classic Mojito Recipe - the traditional Cuban cocktail is always fresh and light!
- Tropical Pineapple Sangria - sparkly and fruity, it hints at the tropics!
- Pineapple Crush Cocktail - So bright and refreshing, great on a hot summer day!
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Cheers for cocktail hour! Please comment below and let me know what you think of this yummy recipe!
Fresh Strawberry Mojito
Ingredients
- 1.5 ounce white rum
- ½ lime
- 6 mint leaves
- 2 strawberries sliced + one for garnish
- Club soda
- ice
- optional sugar to sweeten
Instructions
- Muddle the mint and strawberries in a glass.
- Pour in the rum, squeeze in the fresh lime juice.
- Fill the glass with ice and top with bubbly club soda. Stir to combine.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries and fresh lime slices.
- Optional - if you prefer a sweeter cocktail, muddle 1 or 2 cubes of sugar with the mint and strawberries.
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