Strawberry Mojito

Strawberry Mojito

PREP TIME:
10 minutes

DIFFICULTY:
easy

COOK TIME:
no cook time

SERVINGS:
4 servings

Strawberry season is quickly approaching and what better way to utilize this sweet, fresh, locally grown fruit than by making a strawberry mojito.  This refreshing drink would be perfect on a warm spring day!  People love this drink recipe!  It is very easy to make and easier to make in bulk!

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

  • 11 ounces strawberries, hulled (2-3/4 cups)
  • 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
  • 10 large fresh mint leaves
  • 1 cup of white or amber rum
  • 1 cup of club soda
  • Mint sprigs, lime wedges, or fresh strawberries to garnish.

DIRECTIONS:

  1. In a medium pitcher, combine the strawberries, lime juice, sugar and mint leaves and crust with a muddler or wooden spoon until the sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute. Add the rum and stir gently.
  2. Fill 4 rocks glasses 3/4 full with ice, divide the mojito among them, and top each of them with about 1/4 cup of club soda. Garnish with mint sprigs, lime wedges or strawberries.

Article Provided By: Allison Thomas