Description
This Cranberry Mojito is a festive take on the classic mojito cocktail, blending the tartness of cranberries with fresh mint, lime, and a splash of sparkling soda. It’s a refreshing and colorful drink that’s perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion!
Ingredients
Units
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- For the Cranberry Simple Syrup:
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- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- For the Mojito:
- 8-10 fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 lime, cut into wedges
- 1 oz cranberry simple syrup
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 2 oz white rum
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- Ice cubes
- Sparkling water or club soda, to top
- Fresh cranberries and mint sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
Ingredients
- For the Cranberry Simple Syrup:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- For the Mojito:
- 8-10 fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 lime, cut into wedges
- 1 oz cranberry simple syrup
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 2 oz white rum
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- Ice cubes
- Sparkling water or club soda, to top
- Fresh cranberries and mint sprigs, for garnish
Notes
- Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the cranberry simple syrup in advance and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Non-Alcoholic Version: Substitute rum with extra cranberry juice or sparkling water for a mocktail version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 10mg