Description
This festive Christmas Mojito combines the traditional refreshing mint and lime flavors of a classic mojito with the tartness of fresh cranberries and cranberry juice, making it a perfect holiday cocktail to celebrate the season with a fizzy, colorful twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 10 fresh mint leaves (plus more for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (or simple syrup, adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries (or cranberry juice if you prefer)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Liquids and Garnish
- 2 oz white rum
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1 oz club soda or sparkling water (for a fizzy finish)
- Ice cubes
- Fresh cranberries and lime slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Muddle Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker or sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves, sugar (or simple syrup), fresh cranberries, and lime wedges. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently mash the ingredients together to release their flavors.
- Shake the Cocktail: Pour the white rum and cranberry juice into the shaker with the muddled ingredients. Fill the shaker with ice, then cover and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to mix and chill the drink.
- Strain and Add Fizz: Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with ice. Top with club soda or sparkling water to add some fizz. Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish: Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint, a few whole cranberries, and a slice of lime for a festive touch.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing and festive holiday cocktail!
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sugar or simple syrup according to your taste.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum and increase the cranberry juice and club soda.
- Using fresh cranberries adds a festive color and tart flavor, but cranberry juice can be substituted if fresh cranberries are unavailable.
- Ensure to muddle gently to avoid breaking the mint leaves into small pieces, which can make the drink bitter.
