Description
Blueberry mojitos blend Caribbean flair with fresh summer sweetness, creating a refreshing cocktail that dances between mint’s crisp notes and blueberry’s deep richness. Cool glasses filled with muddled berries, rum, and zesty lime invite you to sip and savor this irresistible tropical twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Blueberries and Fruits:
- ⅓ cup fresh blueberries
- ½ lime (cut into wedges)
- Extra blueberries (for garnish)
- Lime slices
Herbs and Sweeteners:
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 2 teaspoons sugar or simple syrup
- Mint sprigs (for garnish)
Liquids and Ice:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) white rum
- Club soda or sparkling water (to top off the drink)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Gather a robust glass and place ripe, plump blueberries into the bottom, releasing their deep purple potential.
- Carefully tear fresh mint leaves and drop them over the blueberries, creating an aromatic layer of herbaceous fragrance.
- Squeeze vibrant lime wedges directly into the glass, allowing their citrusy essence to mingle with the berries and mint.
- Sprinkle granulated sugar or pour a measured amount of simple syrup to enhance the natural sweetness of the ingredients.
- Take a muddler or the back of a sturdy spoon and gently press down, twisting and rotating to extract the blueberries’ rich juices and release the mint’s essential oils.
- Continue muddling with a light touch, ensuring the ingredients blend harmoniously without completely pulverizing the delicate components.
- The mixture should now reveal a deep purplish liquid with flecks of mint and crushed berries, creating a visually enticing base for the cocktail.
Notes
- Swap sugar with honey or agave for a more natural sweetener that adds depth to the cocktail’s flavor profile.
- Opt for fresh blueberries at peak ripeness to maximize the drink’s vibrant, fruity essence and natural sweetness.
- Chill glasses beforehand to keep the mojito extra cool and prevent dilution when adding rum and ice.
- Use a wooden muddler instead of metal to avoid crushing mint leaves too aggressively, which can release bitter compounds and affect the drink’s delicate taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg