Refreshing Black Cherry Mojito
A unique twist on the classic mojito featuring fresh black cherries and mint for a refreshing, slightly tart summer cocktail that’s easy to make and crowd-pleasing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
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- ½ cup fresh black cherries, pitted (or thawed frozen cherries)
- 10–12 fresh mint leaves
- 2 oz white rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- 3 oz soda water
- Ice cubes
- Optional: lime wheel or extra mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and pit about ½ cup of fresh black cherries. If using frozen, thaw and drain any excess liquid.
- In a highball glass, muddle the cherries and 10-12 fresh mint leaves gently to release juices and oils without pulverizing the mint.
- Add 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice and ¾ oz simple syrup to the glass. Stir gently with a bar spoon to blend flavors.
- Fill the glass with plenty of ice cubes to chill the mixture.
- Pour 2 oz white rum over the ice.
- Top with about 3 oz soda water to add fizz and lighten the sweetness.
- Give the drink one gentle stir to combine all ingredients without losing bubbles.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wheel on the rim.
Notes
Do not over-muddle the mint to avoid bitterness. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Adjust sweetness by adding more simple syrup or lime juice to taste. Serve immediately for best fizz and freshness. Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 24 hours but soda water will lose carbonation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 8-
- Calories: 150
- Carbohydrates: 12
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