Description
Refresh your summer afternoons with this vibrant Cherry Mojito, a delightful twist on the classic cocktail. Bursting with juicy cherries, aromatic mint, and zesty lime, this drink is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a quiet evening at home. Easy to make and visually stunning, the Cherry Mojito will transport you to sunny shores with every sip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tsp granulated sugar
- 4 oz soda water
- 2 oz white rum (optional)
Instructions
- In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, muddle together pitted cherries and mint leaves with sugar until juices are released.
- Squeeze in lime juice and mix gently.
- If using rum, add it now and fill the glass halfway with ice. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Strain into a tall glass filled with ice and top with soda water. Stir gently.
- Garnish with additional mint leaves or cherries if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Cocktail
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Cherry Mojito (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg