Description
This refreshing Strawberry Mojito recipe combines fresh strawberries, mint leaves, lime juice, and soda water for a delightful and invigorating drink. Perfect for a quick, easy, and customizable beverage, it can be enjoyed as a non-alcoholic mocktail or enhanced with a splash of white rum for a classic cocktail twist. The muddling technique releases the rich flavors of the fruits and herbs, creating a vibrant and cooling drink ideal for warm days or social gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 6 fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon sugar (or to taste)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Ice cubes
- ½ cup soda water (or sparkling water)
Optional Alcoholic Version
- 2 oz white rum
Instructions
- Muddle the Ingredients: In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, muddle the strawberries, mint leaves, and sugar together until the strawberries are crushed and release their juicy flavors, blending well with the mint.
- Add Lime Juice: Squeeze the juice of one lime into the muddled mixture and stir thoroughly to combine all the tart and sweet flavors.
- Add Ice: Fill the glass with ice cubes to chill the drink and keep it refreshingly cool.
- Pour Soda Water: Gently pour half a cup of soda water or sparkling water over the muddled mixture and stir delicately to blend without losing carbonation.
- Optional – Add Rum: For an alcoholic variation, add 2 ounces of white rum and mix lightly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with extra mint leaves, a lime wedge, or a strawberry slice as desired. Serve immediately while chilled to enjoy its fresh flavors.
Notes
- Adjust sugar quantity based on the sweetness of the strawberries and personal preference.
- Use fresh mint leaves for the best aromatic experience.
- For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the rum but keep the rest of the ingredients the same.
- This drink is best served immediately to maintain the soda water’s fizz and fresh taste.
- To enhance the flavor, chill the glass beforehand.
