Description
A refreshing summer cocktail blending strawberries, mint, lime, rum, and soda for a bright, fruity twist on the classic mojito.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (or simple syrup)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 2 ounces white rum
- Club soda or sparkling water to top
- Ice cubes
- Extra mint sprig and strawberry for garnish
Instructions
- Combine sliced strawberries, fresh mint leaves, and sugar in a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker. Gently muddle to release juices and oils.
- Add lime wedges and press lightly to release juice without bitterness.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes to chill thoroughly.
- Pour in the white rum and mix the flavors.
- Top off with club soda or sparkling water and stir gently to maintain fizz.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and a strawberry on the rim.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh fruity and minty taste.
Notes
- Use ripe fresh strawberries for best sweetness and color.
- Muddle gently to avoid bitterness from mint or lime pith.
- Adjust sugar to taste or use simple syrup for easier dissolution.
- Choose good quality white rum for better flavor.
- Chill glass beforehand to keep cocktail cool without dilution.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Muddling
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: strawberry mojito, summer cocktail, refreshing drink, mint cocktail, fruity mojito